Hampshire · London and the South East
Bordon Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for pre-purchase roof surveys in Bordon. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
Pre-purchase roof survey in Bordon: 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 check the slates or tiles, the ridges and valleys, the flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, plus the loft where there’s safe access. You get a written report with photos. We survey natural slate, chimney stacks and lead flashings and valleys, and common reasons people get in touch are slates or tiles that have slipped or gone and patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem.
Around Bordon, you’ll mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. For a purchase or a newly replaced roof, what’s under the coverings matters as much as what’s on top. Older roofs often have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Bordon (GU35)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from the ground. 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.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Before and after the survey
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Ask whether there are papers for past roof work
- Notice patches of new decoration in top-floor rooms
- Ask for loft access on the day
- Tell us your exchange date when booking
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. The photos show the defects and where they are, which makes quotes easier to compare.
After strong winds, look at the roof from the ground. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Dealing with them early keeps water out.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Bordon: local notes
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For landlords with property near Liphook station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Mark's Sacred Church, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Bordon is about 10 miles south-west of Aldershot, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Bordon as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
Here we cover the GU35 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, Station Road and Cobbett Square. Bordon is on the A325 and B3002, so it is easy for us to get to. Close by, we survey roofs in Pinewood Village (1 mile north), Deadwater (1 mile east), Whitehill (1 mile south), Lindford (1 mile north-east) and Hollywater (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (15 miles north-west), Farnborough (13 miles north), Fleet (11 miles north), Aldershot (10 miles north-east), Alton (5 miles north-west) and Petersfield (8 miles south-west).
Around Bordon
Around Bordon, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Mill Chase Academy and the streets around them. The closest station to Bordon is Liphook station, about 4.1 miles south-east. A little further out are The Romany Museum (3.6 miles west) and Chase Community Hospital (0.6 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Selborne Hill and Deadwater Valley.
What a pre-purchase roof survey does not cover
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- A valuation or a promise of a lower price
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
Different roofs, different checks
Natural slate
Good slate is one of the longest-lasting roof coverings, but the nails holding it corrode long before that. Slipped or missing slates are a sign of ‘nail fatigue’, and we note how widespread it looks.
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.
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Bordon: your questions answered
Is my home in Bordon listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Is Bordon within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I arrange a pre-purchase roof survey in Bordon?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll recommend the right survey. Surveys run on any day of the week.
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, while you can still ask questions and negotiate.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Can I take the findings back to the seller?
Yes. You might ask for work to be done, ask questions or ask for a change to the price. What the seller agrees to is their decision.
What we do, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes between one and two hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Parking around Bordon is normally easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- 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.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
How to prepare
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
Even if you go ahead regardless, knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan. The report shows what needs doing first, and you can line up a roofer before small faults grow. Arranging work in a smaller place like Bordon is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Surveys seven days a week
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.