Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Upton, Isle of Wight
We carry out landlord roof surveys in Upton and the rest of the Isle of Wight. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
Local roofs in Upton
Upton 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, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. Thatch survives on some older Isle of Wight buildings, and sea air and wind reach every part of the island. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you let a flat or house near Smallbrook Junction station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Nunwell House lies about 2.2 miles south-east, so building around Upton goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby frequently mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Upton is about 1 mile south-west of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. Whether the building in Upton is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Our the Isle of Wight coverage includes Upton and the places around it. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
All of PO33 is covered for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Stroud Wood Road, Upton Road and Carters Road, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Haylands (1 mile north-east), Binstead (1 mile north), Ryde (1 mile north-east), Oakfield (1 mile north-east) and Elmfield (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Newport (5 miles west), Cowes (6 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles south), Shanklin (6 miles south), Ventnor (8 miles south) and East Cowes (5 miles north-west). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so please mention your location when you phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Near you in Upton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ryde Academy and Ryde School with Upper Chine. The nearest railway station is Smallbrook Junction station, about 1.1 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (5.2 miles south) and Sandown Castle (4 miles south). For a walk, there’s Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brading Down.
How a landlord roof survey works in Upton
Getting into every part of a building takes planning. We may need to get into the roof space and some or all of the flats and residents will need to be told beforehand. You or your agent arrange access and we will say what we need when booking. Any part we couldn’t reach is noted in the report. Common reasons to book are choked outlets and gutters and worn ridges, hips and verges, on rented houses, converted houses and gutters and downpipes.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
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.
- Location
- Upton (PO33)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Do not wait for a leak to survey the roof
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Do not store items over the loft hatch
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Agents often choose the package that suits the building.
Act on urgent items in the report first and schedule the others. Small roof defects tend to grow.
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Common roof problems in Upton
Tenants and leaseholders rarely look at the roof. Slipped slates, cracked flashings and blocked gutters can sit unnoticed for years particularly where the roof cannot be seen from the street.
We are often asked to look at:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
Take an older house close to Church of St. Michael and All Angels: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How soon the report will arrive
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Upton
How do I find out if my home in Upton is listed?
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.
Is Upton within the area you cover?
Yes, Upton is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How long will you be on site?
Most visits to a house take about 1–2 hours, with blocks and complex roofs taking longer.
Can your report tell us who pays for the roof work?
No, we don’t advise on leases, so ask your managing agent or a solicitor. Our job is to report on the roof itself.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Is this survey just for landlords?
Anyone who looks after a let or shared building can book it: landlords, agents, freeholders and residents’ management companies.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and downpipes
Valley and box gutters on blocks can overflow inside. We give them close attention.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Slate and tiled pitched roofs are common on let and shared buildings. Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
What we do, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes an hour or two for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Upton, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- 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 photographs.
Before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What a survey costs
We confirm the price for your roof before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The roof’s overall size
- House, block, shop or office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.