Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof surveys in SO21
Pre-purchase, leak, drone and flat roof surveys across SO21, covering Colden Common, Twyford and Otterbourne. Prices from £150 including VAT and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Areas within SO21
- Colden Common
- Twyford
- Otterbourne
- South Wonston
- Sutton Scotney
- Micheldever
- Worthy Down
- Barton Stacey
- Itchen Abbas
- Compton
- Hursley
- Owslebury
- South Down
- Westley
- Easton
- Sparsholt
- Micheldever Station
- Abbots Worthy
- East Stratton
- Egypt
- Martyr Worthy
- Morestead
- Shawford
- Baybridge
- Crawley
- Hunton
- Ladwell
- Lane End
- Nob's Crook
- Northbrook
- Stoke Charity
- Owslebury Bottom
- Temple Valley
- Winchester
- Allbrook
- Highcliffe
- Winnall
- Bar End
What we do in SO21
- Flat roof survey
- Gutter survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Drone roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- New roof snagging
- Roof survey
- Chimney survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
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Give us the street, the postcode and a line about the roof to book a survey: phone 07833 053749 or email us.
How a roof survey works in SO21
We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, which helps with tall or steep roofs. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. We survey natural slate, flat roofs and chimney stacks, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaning or weathered chimney stacks and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles.
We will ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Prices in SO21
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why clients in SO21 book us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Local landmarks in Colden Common
We work in homes and buildings around Colden Common Primary School, Church of the Holy Trinity and Thornden School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Shawford station, about 1.9 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Wolvesey Castle (4.4 miles north) and Eastleigh Museum (2.4 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Shawford Down and Twyford Down.
Roof surveys across SO21: local notes
In SO21, our roof surveys work takes in owners, landlords and managing agents, from Winchester, Allbrook and Highcliffe to the quieter places in between. Each report sets out what was seen, with photographs and recommendations.
Several airports in London and South East England have flight restriction zones around them, so every drone flight in SO21 is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Where permission is needed, the flight waits for it.
Colden Common: For landlords with property near Shawford station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Colden Common Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Signs you need a roof survey
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone, letting tiles move.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Why get it checked now?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, so you can compare it next time.
Questions to ask before booking
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What insurance they carry
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Let us know about past leaks
- Leave roof access to professionals
File the report with your other home documents. It’s a useful baseline for future surveys, and it can help when you sell.
Every so often, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Take photos of anything that changes.
Checking the roof from the ground
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
FAQs for SO21
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How do I arrange a roof survey in SO21?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll recommend the right survey. We survey on any day of the week.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It is emailed to you.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We also inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We don’t give a number of years. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.