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Landlord Roof Survey in Gatcombe
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Gatcombe, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Flashings that have come away
Landlord roof surveys around Gatcombe
Gatcombe lies within about 5 miles of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further 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. Some villages on the Isle of Wight still have thatched roofs, and nowhere on the island is far from the sea. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
With Gatcombe House about 0.2 miles south-east, the area around Gatcombe has a long history. If your home is one of the older ones, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up. Take an older house close to St. Olave's Church: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Chillerton and Rookley Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Gatcombe is about 2 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Anywhere in Gatcombe, we can come and survey your property. Our area takes in places right across the Isle of Wight, large and small. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
We survey roofs across PO30 for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Gatcombe Road, Rectory Lane and Newbarn Lane. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Chillerton (1 mile south), Plaish (2 miles north-west), Clatterford (2 miles north), Bowcombe (2 miles north-west) and Carisbrooke (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Ryde (8 miles north-east), Cowes (6 miles north), Sandown (6 miles east), Shanklin (6 miles east), Ventnor (6 miles south-east) and East Cowes (6 miles north). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so let us know where you are when booking.
Near you in Gatcombe
In Gatcombe, that means homes and buildings near Christ The King College. Well-known places in the area include Carisbrooke Castle (1.6 miles north) and Isle of Wight Music Museum (2.5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brighstone Down.
Landlord roof survey in Gatcombe
Getting into every part of a building takes planning. The roof space and certain flats may need to be opened up for us, so tenants or leaseholders need notice. You or your agent arrange access, and we confirm what we need as you book. Any part we couldn’t reach is noted in the report. If you’ve noticed standing water on a flat roof and missing or loose roof coverings, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Gatcombe, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the let or shared roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Gatcombe (PO30)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Gatcombe
A dated condition report is useful for the building’s records. Repeat surveys let you see how the roof is changing which helps with rolling maintenance. Around Gatcombe, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why us?
- An independent view of the roof
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
You receive a report with photographs and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. We send it by email ready to pass on to whoever needs it.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings, alongside yearly gutter clearing.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
When you need someone else
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
What we do, step by step
It is 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 usually takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Somewhere like Gatcombe needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. 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.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
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Common questions in Gatcombe
Is Gatcombe within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Gatcombe is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is a landlord roof survey the same as a full building survey?
No. We survey the roof, not the whole building. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey or a structural engineer’s report.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access as you book.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
How much is a landlord roof survey?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Larger buildings are priced to suit. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email for a price.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.