Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Binsted, Hampshire
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Binsted and the rest of Hampshire. We survey seven days a week.
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Blocked or leaking gutters
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but 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. Cottages and farmhouses around Binsted often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- Once your offer has been accepted, you book and give us the address and your timescale.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller.
- The roof is inspected from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- We check and photograph the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations to read before exchange.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Pre-purchase roof survey in Binsted: what you get
Older homes frequently have roofs that have been patched over the years. Slates slip when their nails corrode, lead valleys and flashings wear, and chimney pointing crumbles. Little of that is easy to judge from the pavement on a viewing. We look closely and record what we see, with photos so you can see it for yourself. Each finding is explained in plain words, so you know what it means for the house you are buying. We survey flat-roofed extensions and dormers, natural slate and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing and ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof.
Some older homes in villages like Binsted 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 is worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Binsted (GU34)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in Binsted
Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
If you own a rental within reach of Bentley (Hampshire) station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. The streets around a church such as Church of the Holy Cross are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Binsted is about 4 miles east of Alton, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Binsted is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
All of GU34 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on The Street and Lovell Gardens and the roads around them. We also cover Isington (1 mile north), Blacknest (1 mile north-east), Bucks Horn Oak (2 miles east), Frithend (2 miles east) and Kingsley (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Farnborough (10 miles north-east), Fleet (8 miles north), Aldershot (8 miles north-east), Alton (4 miles west) and Petersfield (11 miles south).
Near you in Binsted
Around Binsted, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Binsted Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bentley (Hampshire) station, roughly 1.5 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Allen Gallery (3.8 miles west) and Chase Community Hospital (4.2 miles south). Not far away are Holybourne Hill and Deadwater Valley.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Look for fresh paint on upstairs ceilings at viewings
- Mention any deadline when you get in touch
- Pass the findings to your conveyancer
- Ask when the roof was last worked on
We email the report to you, with photos of each finding. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are set out in plain English, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Condensation in a roof space can look like a leak and can damage timbers over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents so air can move.
Why act early in Binsted
A seller may honestly not know the state of the roof. The forms they complete only show what they’re aware of. Our survey shows you the roof as it is today, whatever anyone remembers. For older village homes like those around Binsted, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- PI and public liability insurance
- Photos and a written report every time
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
What else we do in Binsted
How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and parapets
Gutters, downpipes and outlets carry water away from walls. Leaking joints, sagging lengths and blockages are all noted, along with fascias and soffits.
Natural slate
Slate is common on Victorian and Edwardian houses. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates, and for clips or tingles that show past repairs.
What this survey cannot tell you
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
- A structural engineer’s report
- Faults hidden behind ceilings, boards or coverings
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Natural slate
Common questions in Binsted
Do you cover smaller places like Binsted?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you cover Binsted?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Binsted is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
Do you need to go inside the property?
If it can be arranged, yes. From the roof space we can see staining, timbers and underlay. If access is not possible, we note it in the report.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Is this the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a dedicated roof survey, and you get a written report with photos. It is not a RICS survey and does not cover the rest of the house.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Where it’s safe, yes. We inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft and from the roof itself where safe. On Premium, a drone is used where it applies.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Binsted
Landlords, agents and building managers in Binsted and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.