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Landlord roof survey in Hounsdown, Southampton
Get a clear view of the let or shared roof at a property in Hounsdown. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
Hounsdown homes and their roofs
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Hounsdown, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, while driving rain finds any gap. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Colbury Christ Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Southampton Tudor House and Garden lies about 4.1 miles east, so building around Hounsdown goes back a long way. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Hounsdown is about 1 mile south of Totton, in Southampton. Bookings from Hounsdown are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Hounsdown is one of the places in Southampton we cover.
Here we cover the SO40 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Whether your property is on Main Road, Pound Lane and Chapel Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Ashurst Bridge (1 mile north-west), Totton (1 mile north), Netley Marsh (1 mile north-west), Woodlands (2 miles west) and Winsor (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Southampton (5 miles east), Shirley (3 miles east), Regents Park (3 miles east), Townhill Park (6 miles east), Midanbury (6 miles east) and Thornhill (7 miles east).
Local landmarks in Hounsdown
Typical jobs here are in homes near Foxhills Infant School and The Forest Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Hounsdown is Totton station, about 1.1 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find National Dairy Museum (0.8 miles south) and Ashurst Hospital (1.4 miles south-west). Not far away are Testwood Lakes.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hounsdown
We survey let and shared roofs in Hounsdown and across London and the South East. A visit usually takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. We inspect from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it is safe including by drone where applicable. A written report with photos follows. If you’ve noticed leaking joints at party walls and damp or stains in top-floor flats, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flat roofs on blocks, converted houses and shared roofs alike.
Around Hounsdown, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls, and moss holds water against tiles. It’s the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from the ground.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Hounsdown (SO40)
- Region
- Southampton
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
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.
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Homes around Hounsdown frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- You or your agent arrange access to the roof space and any flats we need to enter.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it is safe.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Preparing for the visit
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
How to book
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Why get it checked now?
Finding a roof defect early normally means a smaller, planned job. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. Around Hounsdown, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Visits on any day of the week
- 98% of clients satisfied
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Hounsdown: your questions answered
Is my home in Hounsdown listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can a landlord with a rental near Totton station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Hounsdown?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes, we survey shared roofs often. Where a neighbouring roof is not part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points and we will say so.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details when booking.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes, that’s one of the main reasons clients book. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed to keep your plan up to date.
Common roof problems in Hounsdown
Tenants and leaseholders rarely look at the roof. Slipped slates, cracked flashings and blocked gutters can sit unnoticed for years particularly where the roof can’t be seen from the street.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
If you look after a building like Hounsdown School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Before booking anyone
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- How soon the report will arrive
- What experience they bring
Towns and villages near Hounsdown
Other services in Hounsdown
How we price landlord roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- House, block, shop or office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Don’t store items over the loft hatch
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
The report comes with photos and written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. It is emailed to you so you can share it with owners, agents or contractors.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly, and plan the rest. Left alone, minor faults typically get worse.