Hampshire · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Godshill, Hampshire
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats across Godshill, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Flashings that have come away
Landlord roof survey in Godshill
Landlords often book us when buying a property to rent out, or after a tenant reports a leak. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format, with photos and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier to arrange. If you’ve noticed choked outlets and gutters and missing or loose roof coverings, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on shared roofs, converted houses and gutters and downpipes alike.
In a small place like Godshill, many roofs stand in the open, 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. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Location
- Godshill (SP6)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Godshill homes and their roofs
About 2.9 miles north-west lies Breamore House, a reminder of how long the area around Godshill has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
The streets around a church like St Giles are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you look after a building such as The Burgate School and Sixth Form, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Godshill is in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Godshill and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Godshill is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the SP6 postcode area for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Purlieu Lane, Southampton Road and Roger Penny Way or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Godshill: Sandy Balls (1 mile south-west), Criddlestyle (1 mile south-west), Blissford (1 mile south), Frogham (1 mile south) and Stuckton (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Totton (11 miles east), Lymington (15 miles south-east), Romsey (12 miles east), New Milton (13 miles south), Ringwood (6 miles south) and Barton on Sea (14 miles south).
Landmarks near Godshill
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Fighting Cocks pub and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Godshill Castle Hill (0.9 miles north-west) and Fordingbridge Doll Museum (1.7 miles west). The countryside around Godshill includes Blashford Lakes.
What happens if roof problems are left?
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. Older and listed buildings around Godshill may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What you get with us
- Package prices that include VAT
- Over 20 years’ experience
- An independent view of the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
What affects the price in Godshill
We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Height and safe access
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to let us know when you get in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it’s useful to mention:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older roofs in small places like Godshill can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
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Common questions in Godshill
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Godshill?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover Godshill?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Godshill as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you look in the roof space?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Before and after the survey
You do not need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Make leak reporting easy for tenants
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- File each roof report for future reference
Photos make it easier to explain the findings to leaseholders, tenants or directors. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly, and plan the rest. Small roof defects tend to grow.
What we can’t see
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Godshill
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
What you can safely check yourself
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.