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Landlord roof survey in North End, Portsmouth
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for North End and the rest of Portsmouth. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Flashings that have come away
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in North End
A roof over tenants or leaseholders frequently gets attention only when water comes in. Surveying the roof first helps you spot defects early, and plan work rather than react to it. You get a written report with photos to keep on file for the building. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to see how the roof is changing. If you’ve noticed mortar falling from ridges and verges and blocked gutters over flats, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a smaller place like North End, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
Where we can’t see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- North End (PO2, PO1)
- Region
- Portsmouth
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
What else we do in North End
Practical tips
Getting the most from a landlord roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Keep the loft hatch clear and reachable
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Pick the package that suits the building and your timescale.
Act on urgent items in the report first and schedule the others. Left alone, minor faults usually get worse.
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the let or shared roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. A visit to North End is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed beforehand. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
What we’re asked to look at in North End
Tenants and leaseholders rarely look at the roof. Slipped slates, cracked flashings and blocked gutters can sit unnoticed for years, particularly on taller buildings.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Leaks into upper flats
- Blocked gutters over flats
For businesses in and around places like Tricorn Centre, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Which limits apply to the survey
Questions from North End
Will you come out to North End?
Yes, North End is covered. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in North End?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons clients book. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Can your report tell us who pays for the roof work?
No. The lease normally decides who is responsible and we don’t give legal advice. What we provide is a clear record of the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
How much time does the visit need?
For a single house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, with blocks and complex roofs taking longer.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in North End
North End is within about 1 mile of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. 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. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Living close to Alexandra Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn. Anyone responsible for a site like Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
North End is about 1 mile north of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. In North End, as across Portsmouth, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across Portsmouth, large and small.
We cover every part of PO2 and PO1 for landlord roof surveys. Local streets include Knox Road, Croft Road and Kirby Road, and we cover them all. Being close to the A2047, North End is easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Rudmore (1 mile south-west), Tipner (1 mile west), Portsmouth (1 mile south), Copnor (1 mile south-east) and Hilsea (1 mile north-east).
What’s near North End
In North End, that means homes and buildings near Mayfield School, Alexandra Park and St Edmund's Catholic School and the streets around them. The closest station to North End is Hilsea station, about 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum (0.8 miles south-west) and Portchester Castle (2.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near North End include Portsdown Hill and Milton Locks.