Hampshire · London and the South East
Frostlane Landlord Roof Survey
Find out what’s going on with the let or shared roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Frostlane, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
About our landlord roof survey in Frostlane
With a shared roof, it is not always clear what’s wrong or where. We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint including the loft and flats where access is arranged. Each part of the roof is recorded with photos giving all parties the same information. Where neighbours share the roof, we can only inspect what we’re given access to. If you’ve noticed slipped or missing slates and tiles and choked outlets and gutters, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Frostlane 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.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Frostlane (SO45)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the let or shared roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit typically takes about one to two hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Rural addresses near Frostlane can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged with you in advance.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the loft space and the roof itself where safe.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
What we can’t see
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Parts of the roof we can’t safely see or access
- A full building survey of every part of the property
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 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.
Roofs we survey in Frostlane
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
FAQs for Frostlane
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Frostlane?
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 survey roofs for landlords with property near Netley station?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We check everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Why get it checked now?
On a shared roof, disagreements are easier to settle with a clear record. Without one, each party may have a different view of what’s wrong. For an older or listed building in a place like Frostlane, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
What you get with us
- Prices that include VAT
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Photos and a written report every time
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
More services for Frostlane
Landlord roof surveys around Frostlane
Frostlane is within about 1 mile of the coast, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. About 3.1 miles north lies Medieval Merchant's House, a reminder of how long the area around Frostlane has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to St Anne: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you own a rental within reach of Netley station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Frostlane is about 1 mile south-east of Hythe, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Frostlane can all book landlord roof surveys. Frostlane is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for landlord roof surveys.
Here we cover the SO45 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Other places close to Frostlane include Hardley (1 mile south), Little Holbury (2 miles south), Holbury (2 miles south), Weston (2 miles north) and Roughdown (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (14 miles north), Gosport (11 miles east), Eastleigh (8 miles north), Fareham (8 miles east), Totton (7 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (9 miles north).
Local landmarks in Frostlane
Typical jobs here are in homes near Noadswood School and the streets around them. Frostlane’s nearest station is Netley station, roughly 2.5 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Royal South Hants Hospital (4 miles north) and Netley Castle (2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Frostlane include Mercury Marshes.
How the survey changes by roof type
Shared chimney stacks
Chimneys often let water in at the flashings. We record anything visible.
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters are a common source of leaks on blocks. Gutters, outlets and downpipes are inspected where they can be seen.
When to book a survey in Frostlane
A roof nobody lives directly under can be easy to overlook. Small defects go unnoticed until water comes through a ceiling, by which point the damage has spread.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
If you run a business near Westquay, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Which limits apply to the survey
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Frostlane
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Height and safe access
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know where you stand. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.