Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Shalfleet Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Shalfleet and the rest of the Isle of Wight. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Missing or loose roof coverings
What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
A survey is a careful look at the let or shared roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Parts of the roof we can’t safely see or access
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
How a landlord roof survey works in Shalfleet
The lease usually decides who is responsible for the roof and who pays. We do not give legal advice on leases but we can give you an independent record of the roof’s condition. It helps owners and managers discuss the next steps from the same facts. You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Common reasons to book are chimney stacks in poor repair and choked outlets and gutters, across gutters and downpipes, blocks of flats and shared roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Shalfleet, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Shalfleet (PO30)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price landlord roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
For a price for your roof in Shalfleet, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- Anything about access we should know
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
When to book a survey in Shalfleet
People living in a building seldom see the roof itself. Defects up on the roof can go unreported for a long time, especially on taller buildings.
Look out for signs like these:
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Leaks into upper flats
Take a building like Shalfleet Church of England Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How soon the report will arrive
- What experience they bring
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What we look for on each type of roof
Shared chimney stacks
A leaning or cracked stack on a shared building affects more than one owner and the report helps with that.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Outlets on flat roofs block easily, and standing water follows. We check them as part of the survey.
Shalfleet: your questions answered
Is the coastal weather around Shalfleet 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.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Shalfleet?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No. The lease usually decides who is responsible, and that’s a legal question. What we provide is a clear record of the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Landlord roof surveys in Shalfleet: local notes
Shalfleet lies within about 2 miles of the sea, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. Some villages on the Isle of Wight still have thatched roofs, and nowhere on the island is far from the sea. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Swainston Manor lies about 2.1 miles south-east, so building around Shalfleet goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St. Michael the Archangel, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Shalfleet is about 5 miles west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We survey roofs in Shalfleet and the surrounding area across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Here we cover the PO30 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as Scotts Close, Warlands Lane and Fleet Way, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Cranmore (1 mile north-west), Hamstead (1 mile north-west), Bouldnor (3 miles west), Yarmouth (3 miles west) and Thorns Beach (5 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Newport (5 miles east), Ryde (11 miles east), Cowes (6 miles north-east), Sandown (12 miles east), Shanklin (12 miles south-east) and Ventnor (12 miles south-east). If you are somewhere remote, the survey takes a little more planning.
Local landmarks in Shalfleet
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to New Inn and the streets around them. A little further out are Calbourne Water Mill And Rural Museum (1.4 miles south) and St Mary's Hospital (5.2 miles east). For a walk, there’s Boldre Foreshore and Westover Down.
How the survey works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Shalfleet, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.