Hampshire · London and the South East
Anthill Common Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Anthill Common and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Blocked gutters over flats
What we are asked to look at in Anthill Common
Many let properties sit under roofs that have seen decades of weather. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves, and a survey helps show where that is happening.
Common reasons to book include:
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Flashings that have come away
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What happens after the report arrives
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Will the report include photos?
Landlord roof survey in Anthill Common
Access needs arranging before a survey of a let or shared building. The loft space and certain flats may need to be opened up for us, so tenants or leaseholders need notice. You or your agent arrange access and we will say what we need as you book. Where we can’t get into part of the building, the report says so. We’re often asked to look into leaks into upper flats and gaps where tiles or slates have slipped, on gutters and downpipes, rented houses and flat roofs on blocks.
Somewhere as small as Anthill Common, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Anthill Common (PO7)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Shared chimney stacks
Chimneys frequently let water in at the flashings. We note what we can see.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Slipped slates on older roofs can point to corroded nails. The report records it.
Towns and villages near Anthill Common
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Prices for landlord roof surveys in Anthill Common
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Roof area
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to let us know:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
What a landlord roof survey does not cover
A survey is a close look at the let or shared roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Who pays under the lease (that’s a legal question)
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Anthill Common
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Anthill Common?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows, and Anthill Common is within about 5 miles of the coast.
Is Anthill Common within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we’re allowed to be, and the report says so.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Does this replace a RICS building survey?
No, it focuses on the roof. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey and doesn’t replace a structural engineer’s report.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older roofs in small places like Anthill Common can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Anthill Common
Anthill Common lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, while driving rain finds any gap. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For landlords with property near Portchester station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Anthill Common is about 3 miles north-west of Waterlooville, in Hampshire. We carry out landlord roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Anthill Common and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: PO7. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Broad Lane, School Lane and Uplands Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Anthill Common, we cover Denmead (1 mile south-east), Hambledon (1 mile north), Anmore (2 miles east), Wecock Farm (2 miles east) and Lovedean (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (14 miles north-west), Gosport (8 miles south), Havant (5 miles south-east), Eastleigh (12 miles west), Fareham (6 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (14 miles west).
Landmarks near Anthill Common
Typical jobs here are in homes near Fox and Hounds pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Anthill Common is Portchester station, roughly 4.6 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Queen Alexandra Hospital (4.2 miles south). Not far away are St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Keep the loft hatch clear and reachable
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. Our report sets out the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings, alongside yearly gutter clearing.