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Landlord roof survey in Rownhams, Southampton
Landlord roof surveys in Rownhams from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
Landlord roof survey in Rownhams: what you get
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. Agents and freeholders often want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason with photographs and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends which can help when arranging access with residents. We survey converted houses, shared roofs and gutters and downpipes, and people most often book us about cracked or leaning shared chimneys and flashings that have come away.
Around Rownhams, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from ground level.
If any part of the let or shared roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Rownhams (SO16)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Don’t wait for a leak to survey the roof
- Deal with urgent items first
You receive a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations ranked by urgency where relevant. It is emailed to you ready to pass on to whoever needs it.
Act on urgent items in the report first, and plan the rest. Small roof defects tend to grow.
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Rownhams?
Many blocks and converted houses have several roof types. Each wears differently and the smaller roofs are easy to forget.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Damaged pots and flaunching
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Marlands Shopping Centre, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Their insurance cover
- Their report turnaround times
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Rownhams
Rownhams lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. Historic houses like South Stoneham House, about 3.5 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Rownhams goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near Church of St John, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. If you let a flat or house near Redbridge station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Rownhams is about 3 miles north-east of Totton, in Southampton. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Rownhams for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Rownhams is one of the places in Southampton we cover for landlord roof surveys.
Every address in SO16 is covered for landlord roof surveys. We cover properties on Rownhams Way, Horns Drove and Rownhams Close. Other places close to Rownhams include Upton (1 mile west), Nursling (1 mile south-west), Hillyfields (1 mile south-west), Lordswood (1 mile south-east) and Toothill (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Southampton (3 miles south-east), Townhill Park (4 miles east), Midanbury (4 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles south-east), Chartwell Green (5 miles east) and Harefield (5 miles south-east).
What’s near Rownhams
We work in homes and buildings around Oaklands Community School, St James' Park and Oasis Academy Lord's Hill. For rail, the closest station is Redbridge station, roughly 2.1 miles south. Nearby you will also find Princess Anne Hospital (1.3 miles south-east) and Eling Experience (2.4 miles south-west). The countryside around Rownhams includes Testwood Lakes.
What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Rownhams is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
What else we do in Rownhams
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Rownhams
We confirm the price for your survey before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The size of the roof
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What made you get in touch
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Rownhams questions
Is the coastal weather around Rownhams hard on roofs?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Can a landlord with a rental near Redbridge station book a roof survey?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is Rownhams in your area?
Yes. We cover Rownhams and the rest of Southampton, as part of our work across London and the South East. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How do I book a survey in Rownhams?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes, we survey shared roofs frequently. Where a neighbouring roof is not part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points and we’ll say so.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
How the survey changes by roof type
Shared chimney stacks
Damp in a chimney breast can start at the top of the stack. We record anything visible.
Roof spaces and lofts
Looking inside the roof often tells us more. We go into the loft where it is safe, looking for staining, damp and daylight.