Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Ashley, Hampshire
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Ashley. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
What this survey can’t tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- A structural engineer’s report
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Ashley
Buyers in Ashley and right across London and South East England use our pre-purchase roof survey. Whether it’s a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, the roof gets the same careful look. The report says what’s in good order, what is not and what to deal with first. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and have 20+ years’ experience. To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Typical surveys look at old water stains in the roof space and cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing, on lead flashings and valleys, clay and concrete tiles and natural slate.
In a smaller place like Ashley, some houses face open ground, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Loose ridge tiles, lifted coverings and tired flashings are the kind of things that show it. Whether you are buying or signing off new work, those edges deserve a proper look. On an exposed roof, a loose ridge or verge soon becomes a bigger job.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Ashley (BH25, SO41)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Nearby places to Ashley
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How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Ashley is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- You get in touch after your offer is agreed, with the address and your target exchange date.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller.
- We check the roof from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- We check and photograph the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
- Your report arrives by email, with photos and recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
A slow leak can go unnoticed for months. Damp can spread into timbers and ceilings before anyone sees a mark. Spotting it before you buy means you know about it from day one. With lower homes, common in places like Ashley, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Prices that include VAT
- Every finding written up with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Ashley
Ashley is within about 2 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For an older house near a landmark such as St. Peter's Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them. Highcliffe Castle lies about 3.5 miles south-west, so building around Ashley goes back a long way. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later. For landlords with property near New Milton station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Ashley is about 4 miles west of Lymington, in Hampshire. Bookings from Ashley are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in BH25 and SO41 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Franklin Road, Miller Close and Manor Road. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include New Milton (1 mile south-west), Hordle (1 mile east), Bashley (1 mile north-west), Tiptoe (1 mile north-east) and Barton on Sea (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Totton (12 miles north-east), Lymington (4 miles east), Hythe (13 miles north-east), Ringwood (8 miles north-west), Dibden Purlieu (12 miles north-east) and Marchwood (12 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Ashley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Plough Public House, The Arnewood School and Ballard School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is New Milton station, roughly 0.7 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Sammy Miller Motorcycle Museum (1.4 miles west) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (4.3 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Milford on Sea LNR.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Leaning stacks, loose pots and eroded mortar are common findings. We photograph them so you can raise them before exchange.
Flat roofs
A flat roof that has been coated over several times may hide problems underneath. We record what we can see and say where a closer look is needed.
Useful tips for Ashley property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Give your solicitor a copy of the report
- Notice patches of new decoration in top-floor rooms
- Let us know your exchange date as you book
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
With the findings in hand, you can talk to the seller or their agent. You might ask for the work to be done before completion, or ask to adjust the price. The outcome is between you and the seller, and we cannot promise any result.
Keep an eye on chimneys and flashings in your new home. Look for leaning pots, missing mortar and lifted lead. A pair of binoculars from the garden shows a lot.
Ashley questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ashley?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you cover smaller places like Ashley?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
At what stage of buying should I get the roof surveyed?
Once your offer has been accepted, and before exchange. That way you can still act on what we find.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
The visit usually takes about 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. We will give you an idea of timing as you book.
How quickly will I get the report?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Reports are emailed, with photographs.
Do you need access inside the house?
If it can be arranged, yes. From the roof space we can see staining, timbers and underlay. If we can’t get in, the report says so.