Hampshire · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Hightown, Hampshire
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Hightown, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Blocked gutters over flats
How a landlord roof survey works in Hightown
Landlords often book us when buying a property to rent out, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Agents and freeholders frequently want a 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 help when arranging access with residents. If you are worried about gaps where tiles or slates have slipped and blocked gutters over flats, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Hightown 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Hightown (BH24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Check the loft space can be accessed
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
You receive a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations ranked by urgency where relevant. It’s emailed to you 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 with gutters cleared every year.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Roof by roof
Roof spaces and lofts
The roof space shows a lot about a roof’s condition. We go into the loft where it is safe, looking for staining, damp and daylight.
Shared chimney stacks
Chimney stacks are frequently shared between houses or flats. Pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at from safe vantage points.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Around Hightown, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it is safe.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Hightown
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Landlord roof surveys in Hightown: local notes
About 3 miles south lies Avon Tyrrell House, a reminder of how long the area around Hightown has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St John the Baptist, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Anyone responsible for a site like Ringwood Junior School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Hightown is in Hampshire. We visit Hightown as part of our work across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. Across Hampshire, we cover Hightown. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in BH24 is covered for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Ashley Close, Forestlake Avenue and Holmwood Garth and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Hightown: Crow (1 mile south), Poulner (1 mile north), Ringwood (1 mile north-west), Upper Kingston (1 mile south-west) and Forest Corner (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Totton (12 miles north-east), Lymington (11 miles south-east), New Milton (8 miles south-east), Barton on Sea (8 miles south-east), Dibden Purlieu (15 miles east) and Marchwood (14 miles east).
What’s near Hightown
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ringwood School Academy and The Elm Tree Inn, among other places. Well-known places in the area include St Leonard's Hospital (4.3 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
What affects the price in Hightown
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- What made you get in touch
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Hightown
Do you cover Hightown?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Hightown is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Hightown is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
How much is a landlord roof survey?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Larger buildings are priced to suit, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email for a price.
Will you check the loft?
Typically, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.