Hampshire · London and the South East
Andwell Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
A roof survey before you buy a house or flat in Andwell, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Blocked or leaking gutters
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in Andwell
The roof is one of the most expensive parts of a home to repair, and one of the hardest for a buyer to see. A pre-purchase roof survey looks at it closely before you’re tied in. We check the coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the loft where there is safe access. The findings come in a written report with photos. If you’ve noticed worn or lifted lead flashings and slates or tiles that have slipped or gone, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Andwell are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Andwell (RG25, RG27, RG24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Andwell?
Blocked or leaking gutters do damage that isn’t obvious at first. Overflowing water soaks walls and can rot the timber behind. Hidden gutters behind parapets or in roof valleys can send water indoors. They’re part of what we check.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
If you live in an older home near St Swithun's church, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Questions to ask before you book
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Buying a home or a new roof in Andwell
The wider area around Andwell has a long history of building, with The Vyne about 4.2 miles north-west. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For landlords with property near Hook station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Andwell is about 3 miles south-west of Hook, in Hampshire. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Andwell for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our Hampshire coverage includes Andwell. Reading is in our area too.
We work across the RG25, RG27 and RG24 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. You will find streets like Greywell Road and Canal Reach, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Andwell, we cover Mapledurwell (1 mile south), Water End (1 mile north-east), Old Basing (1 mile west), Lychpit (2 miles west) and Wildmoor (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (4 miles west), Farnborough (11 miles east), Fleet (8 miles east), Aldershot (11 miles east), Alton (8 miles south) and Yateley (9 miles north-east).
Around Andwell
Andwell’s nearest station is Hook station, roughly 2.4 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Festival Place (3.1 miles west) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (4.2 miles west). Not far away are Dogmersfield Lake and The Mill Field.
Why get it checked now?
Sellers aren’t always aware of roof problems. Their answers on the property forms only cover what they know about. Our survey shows you the roof as it is today, whatever anyone remembers. Outbuildings and barns around Andwell are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Andwell
- Every finding written up with photos
- Visits on any day of the week
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 98% of clients satisfied
How the survey works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect an hour or two at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Cottages and farmhouses around Andwell often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- After your offer is agreed, you book and share your timetable.
- Access to the house and the loft space is agreed ahead of time.
- We start outside, looking at the roof from ground level and from vantage points.
- We then look from upstairs windows and inside the loft where it is safe.
- The report is emailed with photos and recommendations, ready to use before exchange.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Andwell
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Which survey package you book
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How big the roof is
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Andwell
Do you carry out roof surveys in Andwell?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Andwell is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Andwell is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Is a roof survey worth having alongside a home survey?
They do different things. A RICS home survey covers the whole building, while ours looks only at the roof, in more detail. Ours sits alongside a RICS survey rather than replacing it.
When is the best time to have the roof checked when buying?
Book as soon as your offer is agreed. The report is most useful before exchange, because after that the roof is yours to deal with.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When conditions and the roof make it safe, yes. We also inspect from ground level, upper windows and the loft space, and a drone is part of the Premium Survey where it applies.
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Checking the roof from the ground
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.