Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Wellow Landlord Roof Survey
Landlord roof surveys in Wellow and the rest of the Isle of Wight. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
About our landlord roof survey in Wellow
Our landlord and block roof surveys cover Wellow and the rest of London and the South East. A visit usually 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 roof space and the roof where it’s safe, and by drone where it’s applicable. You then get a written report with photographs. We survey flat roofs on blocks, blocks of flats and shared roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are slipped or missing slates and tiles and standing water on a flat roof.
In a village or hamlet like Wellow, 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 whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Wellow (PO41)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Wellow
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Wellow
Is Wellow within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wellow?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Can your report tell us who pays for the roof work?
No. The lease usually decides who is responsible, and that’s a legal question. Our report gives an independent record of the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Do you need access to all the flats?
It depends on the building. We may need the roof space and some or all of the top-floor flats, and you or your agent arrange access. We tell you what’s needed as you book.
Who usually books a landlord or block roof survey?
It suits anyone responsible for a let or shared roof: landlords, agents, freeholders and residents’ management companies.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
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.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Relying on what tenants report means relying on what they can see. By the time a stain appears, water may have been getting in for a while. A survey looks at the roof itself. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Wellow
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Plain-English reports with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Wellow
Wellow is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. About 2.8 miles south lies Mottistone Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Wellow has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark like Wellow Baptist Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Wellow is about 6 miles south-east of Lymington, in the Isle of Wight. Bookings from Wellow are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover Wellow and the places around it. There’s also a page for Southampton.
All of PO41 is covered for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Wellow include Thorley Street (1 mile north-west), Ningwood (1 mile east), Thorley (1 mile north-west), Newbridge (1 mile east) and Shalcombe (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Newport (7 miles east), Ryde (13 miles east), Cowes (8 miles north-east), Sandown (13 miles east), Shanklin (13 miles east) and Ventnor (12 miles south-east). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so please mention your location when you ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Around Wellow
Other landmarks nearby include Calbourne Water Mill And Rural Museum (1.7 miles south-east) and Yarmouth Castle (2.4 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Lymington and Keyhaven Marshes Nature Reserve and Compton Down.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Common roof problems in Wellow
Reports of leaks or damp from tenants often lead to a survey. We check whether the roof or rainwater system is the likely cause, as far as can be seen.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Choked outlets and gutters
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Shalfleet Church of England Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before you book anyone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
How it 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 ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey normally takes between one and two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a hamlet or village like Wellow, 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.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Rented houses