Hampshire · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Fox
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in Fox. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Choked outlets and gutters
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Fox
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We check the roof from every safe vantage point, including from the loft space and the flats where access is arranged. Each part of the roof is recorded with photos giving all parties the same information. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we are allowed to reach. We survey flat roofs on blocks, rented houses and shared roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps where tiles or slates have slipped and loose ridge or hip tiles.
Some older homes in villages like Fox are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Where we cannot see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Fox (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
A survey is a close look at the let or shared roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- A full building survey of every part of the property
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Fox
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
How the survey changes by roof type
Shared chimney stacks
Many terraces and conversions have shared stacks. We check pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings as far as can be seen.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roofs are common over blocks, extensions and garages. We look for ponding, splits, blisters and tired upstands as far as safe access allows.
Landlord roof surveys around Fox
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For landlords with property near Grateley station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Amport Church of England Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Fox is about 5 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. We carry out landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Fox and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. Southampton is in our area too.
Surveys in SP11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Amport (1 mile north-east), Monxton (1 mile north-east), Abbotts Ann (2 miles east), Kentsboro (2 miles south) and Little Ann (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (5 miles east), Romsey (14 miles south), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (5 miles north-west) and Weeke (14 miles south-east).
Around Fox
For rail, the closest station is Grateley station, about 2.1 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Andover War Memorial Hospital (4.2 miles north-east). The countryside around Fox includes Mill Lake and Anton Lakes.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Budgets work best when they’re based on the roof’s actual condition. A survey shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, so spending can be spread sensibly. In a place like Fox, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
What you get with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
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Fox: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Fox?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Grateley station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the building.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can normally go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we will arrange another day with you.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
How do I book a survey in Fox?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, which helps you plan work and budgets. It doesn’t include repair cost estimates but it gives contractors a clear brief.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We check everything that can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Fox
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Landlords and letting agents in Fox book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the let or shared roof, with photos.
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Rural addresses near Fox can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
How to prepare
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Useful tips for Fox property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Tell tenants when we are coming
You receive a written report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. It’s emailed to you so you can share it with owners, agents or contractors.
Check the loft hatch can be reached and opened so the roof can be checked from inside. Clutter around the hatch slows things down.