Hampshire · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Farringdon, Hampshire
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in Farringdon. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Flashings that have come away
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Choked outlets and gutters
Landlord roof survey in Farringdon: what you get
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 to keep on file for the building. Many clients repeat the survey on a rolling basis to keep maintenance plans current. If you are worried about ponding or splits on flat roofs and damaged party-wall upstands or parapets, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Farringdon, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Farringdon (GU34)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Slate and tiled pitched roofs are common on let and shared buildings. Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
Gutters and downpipes
Valley and box gutters on blocks can overflow inside. They’re an important part of the survey.
What happens on the day
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes about one to two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like Farringdon, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
How to prepare
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
Tenants can only report what shows inside. A ceiling stain frequently means water has been coming in for some time. A survey looks at the roof itself. Around Farringdon, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Farringdon
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- A written report with photos
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Responsibility under a lease
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Farringdon
Do you cover smaller places like Farringdon?
Yes. Farringdon is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Can a landlord with a rental near Alton station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we’re allowed to be, and the report says so.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Farringdon?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Farringdon
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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Historic houses such as Bentworth Hall, about 3.7 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Farringdon goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. For landlords with property near Alton station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Farringdon is about 3 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Farringdon across London and South East England. Farringdon is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
Landlord roof surveys in GU34 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Hall Lane, Crows Lane and Gaston Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Farringdon: Upper Farringdon (1 mile north-east), Lower Farringdon (1 mile west), Chawton (2 miles north), Hartley Mauditt (2 miles east) and Alton (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Winchester (15 miles west), Fleet (13 miles north-east), Horndean (14 miles south), Aldershot (14 miles north-east) and Petersfield (8 miles south).
Near you in Farringdon
In Farringdon, that means homes and buildings near Rose and Crown Inn, among other places. The closest station to Farringdon is Alton station, about 3 miles north of the centre. A little further out are The Romany Museum (2.3 miles south-east) and Alton Community Hospital (2 miles north). The countryside around Farringdon includes Selborne Hill.
Also near Farringdon
Also in Farringdon
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What affects the price in Farringdon
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Which survey package you book
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What made you get in touch
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.