Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Gurnard
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Gurnard, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
Landlord roof surveys in Gurnard: local notes
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Gurnard, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. Osborne House, about 2.3 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Gurnard. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If you look after a building like Gurnard Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Gurnard is about 1 mile west of Cowes, in the Isle of Wight. Gurnard is one of many places we visit across the Isle of Wight, for homes and businesses alike. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover Gurnard and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Landlord roof surveys in PO31 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Cow Lane, The Avenue and Shore Road. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Cowes (1 mile east), Northwood (1 mile south), Rew Street (1 mile south-west), Great Thorness (2 miles south-west) and Noke Common (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (4 miles south), Ryde (7 miles east), Sandown (10 miles south-east), Shanklin (11 miles south-east), Ventnor (12 miles south-east) and Oakfield (8 miles east). If you’re somewhere remote, the survey takes a little more planning, so let us know when you get in touch.
Local landmarks in Gurnard
Typical jobs here are in homes near Cowes Enterprise College and The Portland Inn. Well-known places in the area include St Mary's Hospital (3.2 miles south) and Isle of Wight Natural History Centre (0.5 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Gurnard
We survey let and shared roofs in Gurnard and across London and South East England. A visit usually takes between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Everything is inspected as far as it can be seen safely including by drone where it applies. A written report with photos follows. Typical surveys look at missing or loose roof coverings and standing water on a flat roof, across shared roofs, rented houses and converted houses.
Older buildings in small places like Gurnard may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Gurnard (PO31)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
The survey, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes an hour or two at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as Gurnard, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Questions from Gurnard
Is my home in Gurnard listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Gurnard?
Yes. Gurnard is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
What’s the price of a landlord roof survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The building’s size, roofs and access all affect the price. For a price, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not 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.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain doesn’t normally stop a survey. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How big the roof is
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- What kind of property and roof it is
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Gurnard, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Gurnard
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Gurnard. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
What we’re asked to look at in Gurnard
Agents and freeholders have budgets to set. Planning is difficult without knowing the roof’s condition or when.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
If you live in an older home near All Saints' Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their track record with similar roofs
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Are they insured for the work?
Useful tips for Gurnard property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Don’t store items over the loft hatch
- Tell tenants when we are coming
- Deal with urgent items first
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. What we provide is an independent record of condition to help those discussions.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly, and plan the rest. Left alone, minor faults usually get worse.