Hampshire · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Cowplain, Hampshire
Find out the condition of the let or shared roof at your property in Cowplain. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
About our landlord roof survey in Cowplain
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. Agents and freeholders frequently want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format with photographs and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on any day of the week which can help when arranging access with residents. We survey shared roofs, gutters and downpipes and rented houses, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged party-wall upstands or parapets and slipped or missing slates and tiles.
Around Cowplain, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are typically where the work is. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Where
- Cowplain (PO8, PO7)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Do not store items over the loft hatch
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
We don’t advise on leases or who should pay. Our report sets out the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. Many landlords and agents survey their roofs on a rolling basis with gutters cleared every year.
Landlord roof surveys around Cowplain
Cowplain is within about 4 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. Historic houses such as Warblington Castle, about 4.5 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Cowplain goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near The Hart Plain Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. If you look after a building such as Woodcroft Primary, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For landlords with property near Rowlands Castle station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Cowplain is about 1 mile south-west of Horndean, in Hampshire. Surveys in Cowplain work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at what can safely be seen, photographs and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: PO8 and PO7. Whether your property is on Milton Road, King's Road and London Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Hart Plain (1 mile south-west), Waterlooville (1 mile south), Soake (1 mile west), Furzeley Corner (2 miles west) and Purbrook (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Gosport (9 miles south-west), Havant (3 miles south-east), Eastleigh (15 miles west), Fareham (8 miles south-west), Hedge End (12 miles west) and Petersfield (8 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Cowplain
In Cowplain, that means homes and buildings near The Cowplain School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Rowlands Castle station, roughly 3 miles east. A little further out are Havant Museum (3.9 miles south-east) and Havant War Memorial Hospital (3.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Cowplain includes Windmill Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
Common questions in Cowplain
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Cowplain?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, while strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Do you cover smaller places like Cowplain?
Yes, Cowplain is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No. The lease usually decides who is responsible, and that’s a legal question. Our report gives an independent record of the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Who usually books a landlord or block roof survey?
Anyone who looks after a let or shared building can book it: landlords, agents, freeholders and residents’ management companies.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Cowplain?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
What happens on the day
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Cowplain is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- 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.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Book a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
Related advice
Why it is worth a survey now in Cowplain
Keeping a dated survey on file helps with future planning. Repeat surveys let you see how the roof is changing which helps with rolling maintenance. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Cowplain, so it helps to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why book us in Cowplain
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- A written report with photos
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Cowplain
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Cowplain
To price your survey, we check:
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Helping us price your survey
We will normally ask about:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.