Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Alderholt
A roof survey before you buy a house or flat in Alderholt, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in Alderholt
Book after your offer is accepted and before exchange. That’s when the findings are most useful, because nothing is binding yet. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when a sale is moving quickly. The report comes within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. If you’ve noticed slates or tiles that have slipped or gone and bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Smaller places like Alderholt often have bungalows and cottages as well as houses, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Low roofs are easier to see from ground level, but dormer cheeks, valleys and flat-roofed additions still need close attention. That applies whether you’re buying in Alderholt or checking a new roof there. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Alderholt (SP6)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
Useful tips for Alderholt property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Look for fresh paint on upstairs ceilings at viewings
- Ask for loft access on the day
- Ask the seller about past roof repairs
- Let us know your exchange date when you book
After you move in, keep the report somewhere safe. Work through the urgent items before anything else, and keep the photographs to compare against later. The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up.
Chimneys and flashings need watching. Watch for gaps in the pointing, cracked flaunching and loose lead. A pair of binoculars from the garden shows a lot.
Why it is worth a survey now in Alderholt
When a chain is moving fast, a roof survey can feel like one more delay. Weekend visits are available as well as weekdays, and a Premium report comes the same day, so it can fit around a tight timetable. Arranging work in a smaller place like Alderholt is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- PI and public liability insurance
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Alderholt
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Letting agents and landlords in Alderholt book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
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Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Alderholt
Will you come out to Alderholt?
Yes. Alderholt is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Alderholt is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. 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.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
Do you need to go inside the property?
Where possible, yes. The loft tells us a lot about the roof, and upstairs windows give useful views. Access is usually arranged through the agent or seller.
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. Let us know your exchange date and we will help you choose.
Do I need a roof survey if I’m having a RICS survey?
It’s your choice, but the two do different jobs. A home survey looks at the whole property, and ours concentrates on the roof alone. Our survey complements a RICS survey and doesn’t replace one.
Prices for pre-purchase roof surveys in Alderholt
When we price a survey, we consider:
- House, block, shop or office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
For a price for your roof in Alderholt, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to tell us when you get in touch
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
How the survey works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. A visit to a smaller place like Alderholt is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Before the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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Pre-purchase roof surveys in Alderholt: local notes
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. About 4.5 miles north-east lies Breamore House, a reminder of how long the area around Alderholt has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
The streets around a church like Church of St James are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Alderholt is in Hampshire. If you are in Alderholt, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our Hampshire coverage includes Alderholt. There’s also a page for Southampton.
All of SP6 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Station Road, Antell's Way and South Hill or anywhere close by, we can help. Being close to the B3078, Alderholt is easy for us to reach. Close by, we survey roofs in Sandleheath (1 mile north), Ashford (2 miles north-east), Broxhill (2 miles west), Damerham (2 miles north-west) and Rockbourne (4 miles north). Larger places within reach include Totton (14 miles east), New Milton (13 miles south-east), Ringwood (5 miles south-east), Barton on Sea (14 miles south-east), Ashley (13 miles south-east) and St Leonards (6 miles south).
Landmarks near Alderholt
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Churchill Arms and The Burgate School and Sixth Form, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Godshill Castle Hill (3.6 miles north-east) and Fordingbridge Doll Museum (2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Alderholt include Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.