Hampshire · London and the South East
East Harting Landlord Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in East Harting. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in East Harting
Historic houses like Uppark, about 1.7 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around East Harting goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. 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’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For landlords with property near Petersfield station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary & St Gabriel, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Harting CofE Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
East Harting is about 4 miles south-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. We carry out landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in East Harting. Our Hampshire coverage includes East Harting. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Surveys in GU31 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Hollist Lane, East Harting Street and Orchard Close or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around East Harting: South Harting (1 mile west), Nyewood (1 mile north), Elsted (1 mile east), Elsted Marsh (2 miles east) and Dumpford (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Havant (9 miles south-west), Horndean (8 miles south-west), Alton (13 miles north), Waterlooville (10 miles south-west), Petersfield (4 miles north-west) and Purbrook (10 miles south-west).
Near you in East Harting
Around East Harting, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Ship Inn. The nearest railway station is Petersfield station, about 4.1 miles north-west. A little further out are Petersfield Community Hospital (4.1 miles north-west) and Bear Museum (3.7 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Iping and Stedham Commons and Oakham Hill.
How a landlord roof survey works in East Harting
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included where they’re part of the brief. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can safely be seen, along with the loft space where there’s safe access. We survey rented houses, converted houses and flat roofs on blocks, and common reasons people get in touch are chimney stacks in poor repair and blocked gutters over flats.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- East Harting (GU31)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
How it works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Around East Harting, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged with you beforehand.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it is safe.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Responsibility under a lease
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
Questions from East Harting
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Harting?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is East Harting within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
Will the survey cover the whole building?
No, it’s a roof survey. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey and does not replace a structural engineer’s report.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons clients book. Surveying again later shows what has changed to keep your plan up to date.
Do you need access to all the flats?
Sometimes, yes. Where the loft or roof can only be reached through a home, we’ll need to go in, so residents need notice.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Useful tips for East Harting property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
If you need to share the findings with leaseholders or a board, the photos help. The report is written in plain language.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly, and plan the rest. Left alone, minor faults typically get worse.
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Slipped slates on older roofs can point to corroded nails. The report records it.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Felt flat roofs frequently need replacing after around 15–20 years, so knowing roughly how old the roof is helps.