London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Portsmouth
We cover all 19 towns and villages in Portsmouth for landlord roof surveys, with a written report and photos after every survey., with prices that include VAT and surveys on weekdays and weekends.
Landlord roof survey in every part of Portsmouth
In short: roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats. Find your town in the lists below for local details. You can also book straight away on 07833 053749.
Biggest towns in Portsmouth
About landlord roof surveys in Portsmouth
Roofs on let houses and blocks of flats are easy to forget until something leaks. A condition survey lets you find problems before they become leaks so work can be planned, not rushed. You get a written report with photos that you can keep with the building’s records. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to keep maintenance plans current. Common reasons to book are blocked gutters over flats and slipped or missing slates and tiles, across converted houses, gutters and downpipes and shared roofs.
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
What affects the price in Portsmouth
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 20+ years’ experience
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Landmarks near Portsmouth
Typical jobs here are in homes near Manor Infant School, Alexandra Park and St Wilfrid and the streets around them. Also close by are The Druids Arms (within half a mile north-east), The Portsmouth Academy (under half a mile south-east) and St Edmund's Catholic School (0.7 miles south-west). Portsmouth’s nearest station is Fratton station, roughly 0.9 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Portsmouth Hospital (0.7 miles south-west) and Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum (under half a mile west). Green spaces nearby include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters across Portsmouth
Homes across Portsmouth range from older properties with chimneys and lead flashings to newer houses with concrete tiles. Blocked gutters, slipped slates and tired flashings turn up on all of them sooner or later.
We work right across London and South East England, from the Isle of Wight to Hertfordshire, and Portsmouth is well within that. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends. Coastal parts of Portsmouth can be windy, which matters for drone flights, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind. Driving rain and salt air are hard on roofs there too.
Portsmouth: Trees in and around Alexandra Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. For businesses in and around places like Tricorn Centre, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Useful tips for Portsmouth property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Keep the loft hatch clear and reachable
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. What we provide is an independent record of condition that everyone can refer to.
Get gutters and roof outlets cleared at least once a year and include any valley or parapet gutters. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
Signs you need a landlord roof survey
Agents and freeholders have budgets to set. Planning is difficult without knowing the roof’s condition and how soon.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Landlords, agents and building managers across Portsmouth can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What a survey doesn’t cover
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
Different roofs, different checks
Roof spaces and lofts
Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay or none at all. The report records the underlay where it is visible.
Gutters and downpipes
Valley and box gutters on blocks can overflow inside. They’re an important part of the survey.
Portsmouth: your questions answered
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain doesn’t normally stop a survey. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
How long will you be on site?
For a single house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, with blocks and complex roofs taking longer.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
What does a block roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and the number of roofs. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Who do you carry out landlord roof surveys for?
We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders, as well as RTM and residents’ management companies. Leaseholders sometimes book it as well.
What access do you need for a block roof survey?
That depends on the layout. We may need the roof space and some or all of the top-floor flats and access is arranged by you or your agent. We tell you what’s needed as you book.