Hampshire · London and the South East
Viables Landlord Roof Survey
Wondering about the let or shared roof at a property in Viables? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Viables and across Hampshire, with plain-English findings.
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Leaks into upper flats
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
About our landlord roof survey in Viables
We survey let and shared roofs in Viables and across London and the South East. Time on site normally takes between one and two hours at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. We inspect from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it is safe, and by drone where it’s applicable. You then get a report with photographs. We survey converted houses, blocks of flats and shared roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged party-wall upstands or parapets and damp or stains in top-floor flats.
In a smaller place like Viables, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A proper look shows whether anything has started to loosen before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Viables (RG21, RG22, RG25)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Viables homes and their roofs
About 3.9 miles north lies The Vyne, a reminder of how long the area around Viables has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you live in an older home near Church of All Saints, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Viables is about 1 mile south-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Viables, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. There’s also a page for Reading.
Surveys in RG21, RG22 and RG25 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Grove Road, Porter Road and Morley Road. We also cover the places around Viables: Cliddesden (1 mile south), Eastrop (1 mile north), Oakridge (1 mile north), Lychpit (2 miles north-east) and Old Basing (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Farnborough (14 miles east), Fleet (11 miles east), Aldershot (14 miles east), Alton (8 miles south-east), Yateley (13 miles north-east) and Tadley (8 miles north).
Local landmarks in Viables
In Viables, that means homes and buildings near The Costello School, Queen Mary's College and Hackwood Park. The closest station to Viables is Basingstoke station, roughly 1.3 miles north. A little further out are Willis Museum (0.9 miles north) and Festival Place (1.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include The Mill Field and Farleigh Hill.
Towns and villages near Viables
What else we do in Viables
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Viables
How do I find out if my home in Viables is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover smaller places like Viables?
Yes, Viables is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Can your report let us know who pays for the roof work?
No. Who pays is normally set by the lease and we don’t give legal advice. What we provide is a clear record of the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Is a landlord roof survey the same as a full building survey?
No, it focuses on the roof. It isn’t a RICS Level 2 or 3 building survey and doesn’t replace a structural engineer’s report.
Is this an asbestos survey?
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.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Being in a smaller place like Viables doesn’t change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- 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.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
What we are asked to look at in Viables
Tenants and leaseholders rarely look at the roof. Defects up on the roof can go unreported for a long time, particularly on taller buildings.
Common reasons to book include:
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
Landlords with a home close to Basingstoke station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Tips that help
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Don’t wait for a leak to survey the roof
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation.
Encourage residents to tell you about leaks or damp right away. Early reports let you act before damage spreads.
How the survey changes by roof type
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Ridges, hips and verges take a lot of weather, so we check them closely.
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters are a common source of leaks on blocks. Gutters, outlets and downpipes are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
What affects the price in Viables
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What’s prompted the survey
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.