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Landlord Roof Survey in Hillyfields
We carry out landlord roof surveys in Hillyfields and the rest of Southampton. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
Landlord roof survey in Hillyfields
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the roof space. Flat roofs over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too where they’re part of the brief. We also look at chimneys, parapets and party-wall upstands where it is safe to see them and the loft where access is safe. Typical surveys look at slipped or missing slates and tiles and chimney stacks in poor repair, across blocks of flats, shared roofs and converted houses.
Around Hillyfields, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. Nails and battens under older coverings frequently give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Location
- Hillyfields (SO16)
- Region
- Southampton
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Shared chimney stacks
Damp in a chimney breast can start at the top of the stack. We note what we can see.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Slate and tiled pitched roofs are common on let and shared buildings. Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
Common questions in Hillyfields
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Hillyfields, take more of a battering?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it usually shows.
Is Hillyfields within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
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 will talk about access when you book.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No. The lease typically decides who is responsible and we don’t give legal advice. Our report gives an independent record of the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Do you need access to all the flats?
It depends on the building. We may need the loft space and some or all of the top-floor flats and access is arranged by you or your agent. We tell you what’s needed as you book.
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Hillyfields
Agents and freeholders have budgets to set. Without a recent survey, it’s hard to know what the roof needs and how soon.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Leaks into upper flats
If you run a business near Marlands Shopping Centre, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- When you’ll get the report
The survey, step by step
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos. On timing, it usually takes between one and two hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a smaller place like Hillyfields, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Leave side gates unlocked
Arrange a survey
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Hillyfields, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Hillyfields
Hillyfields lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while driving rain finds any gap. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Southampton Tudor House and Garden, about 3.7 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Hillyfields. Older roofs nearby frequently mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. Living close to St James' Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Hillyfields is about 2 miles north-west of Regents Park, in Southampton. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Hillyfields can all book landlord roof surveys. Hillyfields is one of the places in Southampton we cover for landlord roof surveys.
We work across SO16 for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Maplin Road, Colne Avenue and Hayburn Road, all of which we cover. Being close to the M271, Hillyfields is simple for us to get to. We also cover Nursling (1 mile north), Maybush (1 mile south-east), Upton (1 mile north), Rownhams (1 mile north-east) and Coxford (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Southampton (3 miles east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles east), Chartwell Green (5 miles east) and Harefield (6 miles east).
Around Hillyfields
We work in homes and buildings around Oasis Academy Lord's Hill, St James' Park and Millbrook Community School. For rail, the closest station is Redbridge station, roughly 1.1 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Marlands Shopping Centre (3.4 miles south-east) and Eling Experience (1.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Testwood Lakes.
Honest limits
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Responsibility under a lease
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
More services for Hillyfields
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
What affects the price in Hillyfields
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know where you stand. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.