Hampshire · London and the South East
Romsey Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats across Romsey, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Leaks into upper flats
Landlord roof survey in Romsey
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason, with photos and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on any day of the week which can help when arranging access with residents. We survey blocks of flats, gutters and downpipes and shared roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are leaks into upper flats and failed flashings at walls and chimneys.
Romsey mixes older houses, frequently slate or clay tiled, with newer estates, many of them with concrete tiles. Older homes frequently keep chimney stacks long after the fireplaces went, and their flashings and pointing still matter. Later houses have their own typical faults, from loose ridge tiles to blocked gutters.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Location
- Romsey (SO51)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- 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
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In Romsey, many roofs join a neighbour’s, so shared parts are looked at as far as they can be seen from your property. It is useful to know about previous repairs, leaks or recent work, so time on site goes where it’s needed.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can be seen safely.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Before we arrive
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Party-wall upstands and parapets
A parapet can hide a gutter that’s hard to see. They’re checked where safe access allows.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Outlets on flat roofs block easily leaving water standing. We check them as part of the survey.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Romsey
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Romsey. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How we price landlord roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Romsey questions
How do I find out if my home in Romsey is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
I let a flat near Romsey station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes. We inspect the parts we’re given access to, as far as they can safely be seen. The report records what couldn’t be seen in the report.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Useful tips for Romsey property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Don’t wait for a leak to survey the roof
- Check the roof space can be accessed
- Deal with urgent items first
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
Report times depend on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Pick the package that suits the building and your timescale.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly and schedule the others. Small roof defects tend to grow.
Romsey homes and their roofs
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. With Mottisfont Abbey about 4 miles north-west, Romsey sits in an area with a long building history. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you let a flat or house near Romsey 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 Romsey Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. For an older house near a landmark such as St Swithun's Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Romsey is about 6 miles west of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. Romsey is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Southampton is in our area too.
Every address in SO51 is covered for landlord roof surveys. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Station Road, Corn Market and Ashley Meadows or anywhere close by, we can survey it. With the A27 and A3057 close by, Romsey is simple for us to get to for landlord roof surveys. We also cover the places around Romsey: North Baddesley (2 miles south-east), Toothill (2 miles south), Ashfield (2 miles south), Lee (2 miles south) and Upton (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Winchester (8 miles north-east), Eastleigh (6 miles east), Andover (15 miles north), Totton (5 miles south), Chandler's Ford (4 miles east) and Hedge End (9 miles south-east).
Near you in Romsey
Around Romsey, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Mountbatten School, Bishop Blaize Public House and The Romsey School, among other places. Romsey’s nearest station is Romsey station, roughly 0.5 miles west. Nearby you will also find Romsey Community Hospital (under half a mile south) and King Johns House (0.8 miles west). For a walk, there’s Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
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What a landlord roof survey does not cover
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats