Hampshire · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Newnham, Hampshire
We carry out landlord roof surveys in Newnham and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Missing or loose roof coverings
Landlord roof surveys around Newnham
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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Historic houses such as The Vyne, about 4.6 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Newnham goes. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
The streets around a church such as Church of St. Nicholas are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you own a rental within reach of Hook station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Newnham is about 5 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Newnham, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Newnham is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for landlord roof surveys. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in RG27 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer landlord roof surveys to properties on Tylney Lane, Newnham Lane and Ridge Lane and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Nately Scures (1 mile south), Hook Common (1 mile south-east), Up Nately (1 mile south), Hook (1 mile east) and Warnborough Green (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (5 miles west), Farnborough (10 miles east), Fleet (7 miles east), Aldershot (10 miles east), Alton (9 miles south) and Yateley (8 miles north-east).
What’s near Newnham
The nearest railway station is Hook station, about 1.2 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Odiham Castle (1.9 miles south-east) and Basing House (2.8 miles west). For a walk, there is Dogmersfield Lake and Tundry Hill.
How a landlord roof survey works in Newnham
Landlords often book us when buying a property to rent out, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format with photographs and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on any day of the week which can help when arranging access with residents. We survey converted houses, rented houses and shared roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are mortar falling from ridges and verges and damp or stains in top-floor flats.
Older buildings in small places like Newnham 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.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the let or shared roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Newnham (RG27)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Newnham often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- 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 the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it is safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Ask residents to report damp right away
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Make sure the loft space can be accessed
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
Photos make it easier to explain the findings to leaseholders, tenants or directors. The report is written in plain language.
Get gutters and roof outlets cleared at least once a year, especially on blocks with valleys or parapets. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
What affects the price in Newnham
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- The roof’s overall size
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Different roofs, different checks
Roof spaces and lofts
Underlay on older roofs can be felt, or missing. We note what we see from inside.
Shared chimney stacks
A leaning or cracked stack on a shared building affects more than one owner, so a clear record helps.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Newnham
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.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
FAQs for Newnham
Is Newnham within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Can a landlord with a rental near Hook station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain doesn’t typically stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.