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Landlord roof survey in Arford, Hampshire
Landlord roof surveys in Arford from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
Landlords, agents and block managers in Arford
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Landlord roof survey in Arford: what you get
With a shared roof, it is not always clear what’s wrong or where. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely, including from the loft space and the flats where access is arranged. The report records the condition of each part giving all parties the same information. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we are allowed to reach. Typical surveys look at leaks into upper flats and leaking joints at party walls, on shared roofs, gutters and downpipes and converted houses.
Some older homes in villages like Arford are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Arford (GU35)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Arford
Tenants can only report what shows inside. By the time a stain appears, water may have been getting in for a while. A survey looks at the roof itself. For an older or listed building in a place like Arford, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why book us in Arford
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Every finding written up with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
How the survey changes by roof type
Shared chimney stacks
Shared stacks need everyone involved to agree work and the report helps with that.
Roof spaces and lofts
Access to the loft may be through a flat or a common area and you’ll need to arrange it.
Nearby places to Arford
What else we do in Arford
Landlord roof surveys around Arford
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Landlords with a home close to Liphook station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. For an older house near a landmark like Church of All Saints, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Arford is about 6 miles south of Farnham, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Arford is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. There is also a page for Guildford.
Here we cover the GU35 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as Beech Hill Road, Arford Common and Headley Hill Road. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Headley (1 mile south-west), Headley Down (1 mile east), Lindford (1 mile west), Standford (1 mile south-west) and Wishanger Common (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Farnborough (12 miles north), Fleet (11 miles north), Aldershot (9 miles north), Alton (7 miles west), Petersfield (10 miles south-west) and Yateley (15 miles north).
What’s near Arford
In Arford, that means homes and buildings near The Holly Bush Inn and Mill Chase Academy, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Liphook station, roughly 3.6 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Chase Community Hospital (2.3 miles south-west). Not far away are Deadwater Valley and Gibbet Hill.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
How it works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Arford often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Questions from Arford
Can a landlord with a rental near Liphook station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need.
Is Arford within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. We’ll confirm the timing as you book.
Common roof problems in Arford
People living in a building seldom see the roof itself. Defects up on the roof can go unreported for a long time, especially on taller buildings.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Cracked or lifting flashings
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as The Holme Church of England Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Questions to ask before you book
- Are they insured for the work?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What’s outside the scope of the survey