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Landlord Roof Survey in Wittensford
Landlord roof surveys in Wittensford from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
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Landlord roof survey in Wittensford: what you get
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the roof space. 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 be seen safely, along with the roof space where there is safe access. We survey gutters and downpipes, flat roofs on blocks and converted houses, and common reasons people get in touch are damp or stains in top-floor flats and slipped or missing slates and tiles.
Some older homes in villages like Wittensford are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put by urgency where it matters.
- Location
- Wittensford (SO43)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Wittensford
Is my home in Wittensford listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can a landlord with a rental near Ashurst New Forest station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain does not normally stop a survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we’ll arrange another day with you.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
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 check them closely.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roof outlets often clog, and standing water follows. We check them as part of the survey.
How it works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. The survey normally takes an hour or two at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Around Wittensford, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- Each roof is looked at 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.
Before we arrive
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Wittensford
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- How big the roof is
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- What kind of property and roof it is
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Landlord roof surveys around Wittensford
About 4.2 miles north lies Landford Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Wittensford has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Wittensford is about 4 miles west of Totton, in Hampshire. In Wittensford, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
We work across SO43 for landlord roof surveys. Other places close to Wittensford include Cadnam (1 mile east), Newbridge (1 mile north-east), Minstead (2 miles south), Bartley (2 miles east) and Copythorne (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles north-east), Eastleigh (11 miles east), Totton (4 miles east), Chandler's Ford (10 miles north-east), Hedge End (13 miles east) and Lymington (12 miles south).
Around Wittensford
Typical jobs here are in homes near Sir John Barleycorn Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Ashurst New Forest station, roughly 3.8 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Tatchbury Mount Hospital (3 miles east). Not far away are Copythorne Common.
What else we do in Wittensford
What we are asked to look at in Wittensford
Roofs on let and shared buildings often get less regular attention than owner-occupied homes. Small defects go unnoticed until water comes through a ceiling and by then more has been damaged.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Flashings that have come away
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
If you own a rental within reach of Ashurst New Forest station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before you book anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- What insurance they carry
- When you’ll get the report
- What follow-up you get after the report
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a landlord roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Arrange flat access in advance
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. Our report sets out the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Encourage residents to tell you about leaks or damp right away. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem usually is.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.