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Pre-purchase roof survey in Bishop's Sutton, Hampshire
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Bishop's Sutton from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
Pre-purchase roof survey in Bishop's Sutton: what you get
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 look at the slates or tiles, the ridges and valleys, the flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, plus the loft where there is safe access. The findings come in a written report with photos. We survey chimney stacks, lead flashings and valleys and the roof space, and people most often book us about gutters that overflow or drip at the joints and flashings that have lifted or split.
Older buildings in small places like Bishop's Sutton may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Bishop's Sutton (SO24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Bishop's Sutton
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Common questions in Bishop's Sutton
Do you carry out roof surveys in Bishop's Sutton?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Bishop's Sutton as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bishop's Sutton?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access as you book.
At what stage of buying should I get the roof surveyed?
The sooner after your offer is accepted, the better. The report is most useful before exchange, while you can still ask questions and negotiate.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. We inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft and from the roof itself where safe. The Premium Survey adds a drone inspection where applicable.
Is a roof survey worth having alongside a home survey?
It depends on the roof and how confident you want to be. A home survey may recommend further investigation of the roof, and our survey gives you that closer look. It is not a replacement for a RICS survey.
How long does the survey visit take?
The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We’ll give you an idea of timing when you book.
Common roof problems in Bishop's Sutton
The fixings and underlay frequently fail before good slates or tiles do. Good slate can last well over a century, yet the nails holding it rust and let slates slide. That kind of wear is common on older roofs.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
If you live in an older home near Church of St Nicholas, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
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What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
- Faults hidden behind ceilings, boards or coverings
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Bishop's Sutton
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and downpipes
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. The survey normally takes an hour or two at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Somewhere as small as Bishop's Sutton, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you’re buying.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Standard and Premium surveys add the extra checks they include.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Booking a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
Advice
What affects the cost of pre-purchase roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Which survey package you book
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Local roofs and buyers in Bishop's Sutton
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
Hinton Ampner House lies about 2.9 miles south, so building around Bishop's Sutton goes back a long way. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy.
Bishop's Sutton is about 8 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Bishop's Sutton. Across Hampshire, we cover Bishop's Sutton and the places around it. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Every address in SO24 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on North Street, Home Close and Water Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Bishop's Sutton include Gundleton (1 mile north-east), New Alresford (2 miles west), Bramdean (2 miles south), Hinton Ampner (3 miles south) and Cheriton (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (13 miles north), Winchester (8 miles west), Eastleigh (12 miles south-west), Horndean (13 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (13 miles south-west) and Alton (8 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Bishop's Sutton
Around Bishop's Sutton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Ship Inn, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Barton Castle (3.8 miles north). The countryside around Bishop's Sutton includes Shutts Copse and Red Hill.