Hampshire · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Upper Common, Hampshire
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in Upper Common. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
About our landlord roof survey in Upper Common
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included when they’re in the agreed scope. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can safely be seen, along with the roof space where there’s safe access. If you are worried about damp or stains in top-floor flats and choked outlets and gutters, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Upper Common, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
After the visit, you get a report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the let or shared roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Upper Common (RG25)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Upper Common?
Many let properties sit under roofs that have seen decades of weather. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
Look out for signs like these:
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
The streets around a church like Church of St. Martin are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
What to check before booking
- Their insurance cover
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey normally takes about one to two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere like Upper Common needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged by you or your agent.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
How to book
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Local roofs in Upper Common
Hall Place, about 3.9 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Upper Common. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you let a flat or house near Basingstoke station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Upper Common is about 4 miles south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Upper Common gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Upper Common is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. There is also a page for Reading.
All of RG25 is within our area for landlord roof surveys. Other places close to Upper Common include Ellisfield (1 mile north-east), Cliddesden (2 miles north), Nashes Green (3 miles east), Viables (3 miles north) and Eastrop (4 miles north). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (4 miles north), Winchester (14 miles south-west), Fleet (12 miles north-east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (6 miles south-east) and Petersfield (15 miles south-east).
Near you in Upper Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Fox pub. The closest station to Upper Common is Basingstoke station, roughly 4.4 miles north. Nearby you will also find Barton Castle (4.6 miles south) and Gliding Heritage Centre (3.5 miles south-east). The countryside around Upper Common includes Farleigh Hill.
Why act early in Upper Common
Quotes from contractors set out the work they want to carry out. A survey gives you an independent view of the roof before you commission work, so you can compare quotes on the same basis. In a small place like Upper Common, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why book with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Every finding written up with photos
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What we look for on each type of roof
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
The edges and top of a pitched roof are exposed, so we look at them closely.
Shared chimney stacks
Chimney stacks are often shared between houses or flats. We check pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings as far as can be seen.
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Practical tips
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Check the loft space can be accessed
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. What we provide is an independent record of condition that everyone can refer to.
Keep the loft space accessible so a surveyor can look inside the roof. Stored items over the hatch make checks harder.
Questions from Upper Common
I let a flat near Basingstoke station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is Upper Common within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
How long does the survey take?
It usually takes an hour or two at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The written report follows by email.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details as you book.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes. We inspect the parts we’re given access to, as far as they can safely be seen. Areas we couldn’t see are noted as well as what could.