Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Sandown, Isle of Wight
A careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Sandown, and put it all in a report with photographs.
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Choked outlets and gutters
About our landlord roof survey in Sandown
Our landlord and block roof surveys cover Sandown and the rest of London and the South East. A visit usually takes between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. We inspect from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it is safe, and by drone where it’s applicable. A written report with photos follows. We survey shared roofs, converted houses and blocks of flats, and common reasons people get in touch are failed flashings at walls and chimneys and damaged party-wall upstands or parapets.
Around Sandown, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls, and moss holds water against tiles. It’s the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from ground level.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Sandown (PO36, PO37)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Sandown
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- The size of the roof
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Landlord roof surveys around Sandown
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Sandown, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, while driving rain finds any gap. The wider area around Sandown has a long history of building, with Morton Manor about 1.5 miles north-east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For landlords with property near Sandown station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For an older house near a landmark such as Christ Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Sandown is about 10 miles south of Gosport, in the Isle of Wight. We survey roofs in Sandown and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover Sandown and the places around it. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Landlord roof surveys in PO36 and PO37 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on High Street, Nunwell Street and Park Rise and the roads around them. Sandown sits on or near the A3055 and A3056, so getting to you is simple. We also cover the places around Sandown: Lake (1 mile south-west), Yaverland (1 mile north-east), Adgestone (1 mile north), Alverstone (1 mile north-west) and Morton (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Newport (7 miles north-west), Ryde (5 miles north), Cowes (10 miles north-west), Ventnor (5 miles south-west), East Cowes (9 miles north-west) and Oakfield (5 miles north). Sandown is among the bigger towns we cover in the Isle of Wight. Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so let us know where you are when you book.
Around Sandown
In Sandown, that means homes and buildings near The Old Comical pub, Sandown Bay Academy and Broadlea Primary School and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Sandown itself: Sandown station. Other landmarks nearby include National Poo Museum (under half a mile south) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (1.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Sandown include Alverstone Mead and Brading Down.
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.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Common roof problems in Sandown
Many blocks and converted houses have several roof types. Each wears differently and the smaller roofs are easy to forget.
Common reasons to book include:
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
Anyone responsible for a site like The Bay Church of England School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It normally takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. A visit to Sandown is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before the survey
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
FAQs for Sandown
Can a landlord with a rental near Sandown station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sandown?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons clients book. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed to keep your plan up to date.
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. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Deal with urgent items first
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Tell tenants when we’re coming
- Don’t store items over the loft hatch
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. Urgent items can be dealt with first and the rest budgeted for later.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings with gutters cleared every year.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Outlets on flat roofs block easily, and standing water follows. They’re checked during the survey.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Most let houses and many blocks have pitched roofs of slate or tiles. We check coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings where it’s safe to see them.