Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof surveys in SP5
Live in SP5? We cover Cowesfield Gate and the rest of the district.
Places in SP5
What we do in SP5
- Roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Gutter survey
- Drone roof survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Electronic leak detection
- New roof snagging
- Landlord roof survey
- Chimney survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Flat roof survey
- All services
Let us know the address and the type of roof and we’ll find a date: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Areas we cover
Roof survey in SP5: how it works
Across London and the South East, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. We survey chimney stacks, flat roofs and the roof space, and people most often book us about worn lead at chimneys and abutments and loose chimney pots.
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
What you will pay
For a price for your roof in SP5, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Photographs and a written report every time
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Local landmarks in Cowesfield Gate
Cowesfield Gate’s nearest station is Dean station, roughly 2.4 miles north-west. A little further out are Romsey Community Hospital (5.7 miles east).
Roof surveys across SP5: local notes
In SP5, our roof surveys work takes in owners, landlords and managing agents, in Cowesfield Gate and well beyond. Each report sets out what was seen, with photographs and recommendations.
We survey roofs across London and South East England, and SP5 is part of that. London and the South East have homes from every era, from period terraces to post-war new towns and new estates.
Cowesfield Gate: With Landford Manor about 2.3 miles south, the area around Cowesfield Gate has a long history. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. Landlords with a home close to Dean station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
What a survey doesn’t cover
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- A full building survey of the property
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
What affects the price in SP5
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- House, block, shop or office
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Anything about access we should know
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
What we are asked to look at in SP5
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Torn or sagging felt lets water through.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Useful tips for SP5 property owners
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Let us know about past leaks
File the report with your other home documents. It’s a useful baseline for future surveys, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Every so frequently, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Photograph anything new.
Landlords, agents and block managers in SP5
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
FAQs for SP5
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, along with the loft where it’s safe. The report includes photos and recommendations.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
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.
How long does the visit take?
On site, it normally takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.