Hampshire · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Woodend, Hampshire
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in Woodend. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Leaks into upper flats
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It normally takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Rural addresses near Woodend can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
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About our landlord roof survey in Woodend
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely, including from the loft space and the flats where access is arranged. The report records the condition of each part, so everyone works from the same facts. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we are allowed to reach. Common reasons to book are loose ridge or hip tiles and standing water on a flat roof, across flat roofs on blocks, converted houses and blocks of flats.
Somewhere as small as Woodend, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Woodend (PO17)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Woodend property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Make leak reporting easy for tenants
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Agents often choose the package that suits the building.
Act on urgent items in the report first, and plan the rest. Small roof defects tend to grow.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps with budgets and planning.
Honest limits
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
Landlord roof surveys in Woodend: local notes
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
If you own a rental within reach of Botley station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. The streets around a church such as Church of the Holy Trinity are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you look after a building such as Swanmore College of Technology, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Woodend is about 5 miles north of Fareham, in Hampshire. Bookings from Woodend are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Woodend is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for landlord roof surveys. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
All of PO17 is within our area for landlord roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Kingsmead (1 mile west), Soberton Heath (1 mile east), Mislingford (1 mile north-west), Newtown (1 mile south-east) and Southend (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (12 miles north-west), Gosport (8 miles south), Havant (8 miles south-east), Eastleigh (9 miles west), Fareham (5 miles south) and Horndean (6 miles east).
What’s near Woodend
We work in homes and buildings around The Bold Forester Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Botley station, about 4.6 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bishop's Waltham Museum (3.6 miles north-west) and Knowle Hospital (3.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Woodend include St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
Nearby places to Woodend
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Woodend questions
Is Woodend 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 you book.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Botley station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
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 booking.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant so you can plan spending. Repair costs are not included, but contractors can price from it.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. Strong wind or a downpour can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
Roof by roof
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roofs are common over blocks, extensions and garages. We look for ponding, splits, blisters and tired upstands as far as safe access allows.
Gutters and downpipes
Hidden gutters on larger buildings can send water indoors. We give them close attention.
How we price landlord roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll typically ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.