Hampshire · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Boyatt Wood, Hampshire
Independent landlord roof surveys in Boyatt Wood. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Standing water on a flat roof
How a landlord roof survey works in Boyatt Wood
Roofs on let houses and blocks of flats are easy to forget until something leaks. Surveying the roof first helps you spot defects early, and plan work rather than react to it. The findings come in a written report with photos that you can keep with the building’s records. Many clients repeat the survey on a rolling basis to keep maintenance plans current. We survey blocks of flats, gutters and downpipes and converted houses, and people most often book us about slipped or missing slates and tiles and cracked or lifting flashings.
Houses in smaller places like Boyatt Wood can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A close look shows whether anything has started to loosen before it lets water in. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the let or shared roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Boyatt Wood (SO50, SO53)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How big the roof is
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
For a price for landlord roof surveys in Boyatt Wood, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Boyatt Wood
The wider area around Boyatt Wood has a long history of building, with South Stoneham House about 3.1 miles south. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you look after a building such as Crestwood Community School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you live near a park such as Lakeside Country Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Boyatt Wood is about 1 mile north-west of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. We cover Boyatt Wood and the rest of Hampshire. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small.
We cover every part of the SO50 and SO53 postcode area for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Lawn Road, Arthur Road and Darwin Road or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Allbrook (1 mile north), Eastleigh (1 mile south-east), Chandler's Ford (1 mile west), Highbridge (1 mile north-east) and Lord's Wood (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns like Winchester (6 miles north), Gosport (15 miles south-east), Fareham (11 miles south-east), Totton (8 miles south-west), Hedge End (5 miles south-east) and Romsey (5 miles west).
Landmarks near Boyatt Wood
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Shakespeare Junior School, Thornden School and Lakeside Country Park and the streets around them. The closest station to Boyatt Wood is Eastleigh station, about 0.9 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Eastleigh Museum (0.9 miles south) and Moorgreen Hospital (3.9 miles south-east). The countryside around Boyatt Wood includes Flexford Nature Reserve.
What we do, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. For a survey in Boyatt Wood, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Parts of the roof we can’t safely see or access
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
Questions from Boyatt Wood
Can a landlord with a rental near Eastleigh station book a roof survey?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is my home in Boyatt Wood listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. You’ll then get the report by email.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Boyatt Wood?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant, which helps you plan work and budgets. Repair costs are not included but it gives contractors a clear brief.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What we are asked to look at in Boyatt Wood
A tenant reporting damp or a stained ceiling is a common reason to book. The survey helps show whether the roof, gutters or flashings are involved, as far as can be seen.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Standing water on a flat roof
Take an older house close to St. Peter's Church: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
What happens if roof problems are left?
A contractor’s quote tells you what they propose to do. An independent survey tells you the roof’s condition first so you know what you are asking contractors to price. Around Boyatt Wood, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Why book with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Weekday and weekend surveys
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Don’t store items over the loft hatch
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Deal with urgent items first
If you need to share the findings with leaseholders or a board, the photographs help. The report is written in plain language.
Check the loft hatch can be reached and opened so a surveyor can look inside the roof. Stored items over the hatch make checks harder.