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Roof surveys in SO18
We cover every part of the SO18 postcode district, which takes in Townhill Park, Midanbury and Chartwell Green. Every survey comes with a written report and photos, with prices from £150 including VAT.
Areas within SO18
- Townhill Park
- Midanbury
- Chartwell Green
- Harefield
- Bitterne Park
- Bitterne
- Mansbridge
- Bitterne Manor
- Southampton
- West End
- Thornhill
- Portswood
- St Mary's
- Swaythling
- Bassett Green
- Northam
- St Denys
Services in SO18
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Gutter survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Landlord roof survey
- Chimney survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Roof survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Flat roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Drone roof survey
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Let us know the address and the type of roof and we’ll suggest the right survey: phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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How a roof survey works in SO18
We survey roofs in SO18 and across London and the South East. Visits run on any day of the week. We are insured for professional indemnity and public liability. Each survey ends with a written report, emailed with photos and recommendations. Houses, flats and commercial buildings all follow the same careful process. To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We survey natural slate, lead flashings and clay and concrete tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are condensation or damp timbers in the loft and standing water on a flat roof.
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Prices in SO18
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- PI and public liability insurance
- Visits on any day of the week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Landmarks near Townhill Park
Typical jobs here are in homes near Bitterne Park School, St. Mary's Church and Townhill Junior School. Also close by are Bitterne Park Hotel (0.9 miles south-west), Riverside Park (0.8 miles west) and The Gregg School (less than half a mile north). The nearest railway station is Swaythling station, roughly 1.1 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Marlands Shopping Centre (2.7 miles south-west) and Bitterne Local History Society Heritage And Research Centre (1.2 miles south). The countryside around Townhill Park includes Netley Common.
Roof surveys across SO18: local notes
Older homes across SO18 often keep chimney stacks long after the fires went out, and their flashings and pointing need checking like any other part of the roof. Valleys, gutters and fixings follow close behind.
The South East’s airspace includes flight restriction zones around several of its airports, so every drone flight in SO18 is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Flights that need permission only go ahead once it is given. Near the sea in SO18, roofs face stronger wind and salt-laden air. After a storm, the seaward side of a roof is the place to look first.
Townhill Park: Homes near green spaces like Riverside Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. Shop and office owners around Marlands Shopping Centre may find that a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Surveys for landlords and agents in SO18
Letting agents and landlords in SO18 book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Why get it checked now?
By the time water marks a ceiling, it is frequently been getting in for a while. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft.
What to check before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What insurance they carry
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are checked, as far as we can safely see them. Leaning stacks and loose pots are recorded.
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but its nails often corrode first. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates, and for clips that show past repairs.
What we are asked to look at in SO18
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while rain gets into every gap. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
Look out for signs like these:
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Loose chimney pots
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
SO18 questions
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
We do not put a figure on it, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
How do I book a survey in SO18?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it’s agreed before booking.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
How long does the visit take?
The visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. We’ll give you an idea of timing when booking.