Hampshire · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Lowford
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Lowford. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
How a landlord roof survey works in Lowford
A roof over tenants or leaseholders often gets attention only when water comes in. Surveying the roof first helps you spot defects early so work can be planned, not rushed. The findings come in a written report with photos that you can keep with the building’s records. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to see how the roof is changing. Common reasons to book are blocked gutters over flats and cracked or lifting flashings, on gutters and downpipes, flat roofs on blocks and blocks of flats.
In a smaller place like Lowford, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
After the visit, you get a report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the let or shared roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Lowford (SO31)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Lowford
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How big the roof is
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- When you need the report by
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Questions from Lowford
Do you cover smaller places like Lowford?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is the coastal weather around Lowford hard on roofs?
It can do. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Lowford is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Lowford?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Do you look in the roof space?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
Do you need access to all the flats?
That depends on the layout. Frequently we need the loft and certain flats and access is arranged by you or your agent. We will confirm what we need when booking.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, which helps you plan work and budgets. Repair costs are not included, but contractors can price from it.
What’s the price of a landlord roof survey?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The building’s size, roofs and access all affect the price. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What we look for on each type of roof
Roof spaces and lofts
On blocks, the loft space may be reached through a flat or a communal hatch and you will need to arrange it.
Gutters and downpipes
Blocked gutters cause many leaks into top-floor flats. Gutters, outlets and downpipes are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
How the survey works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the let or shared roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. A visit to Lowford is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
How to prepare
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Lowford
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
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.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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 is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What we are asked to look at in Lowford
Many blocks and converted houses have several roof types. They all age at different rates, and flat roofs over rear additions often need attention sooner.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Standing water on a flat roof
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Westquay, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their report turnaround times
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Which limits apply to the survey
Nearby places to Lowford
What else we do in Lowford
Local roofs in Lowford
Lowford is within about 2 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. 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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you own a rental within reach of Bursledon station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Anyone responsible for a site like Bursledon Church of England Infant School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Lowford is about 2 miles south-west of Hedge End, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Lowford, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire.
We survey roofs across SO31 for landlord roof surveys. Streets in the area include Hamble Lane, St George Close and Woolwich Close. Other places close to Lowford include Old Netley (1 mile south-west), Bursledon (1 mile south-east), Butlocks Heath (1 mile south-west), Hound (1 mile south-west) and Netley (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (12 miles north), Gosport (10 miles south-east), Havant (15 miles east), Eastleigh (5 miles north), Fareham (6 miles south-east) and Horndean (14 miles east).
What’s near Lowford
In Lowford, that means homes and buildings near Oasis Academy Mayfield, Westwood Woodland Park and The Linden Tree pub. The nearest railway station is Bursledon station, roughly 0.9 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Coldeast (2.3 miles south-east) and Netley Castle (1.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Netley Common.