Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Bursledon
A roof survey before you buy a house or flat for Bursledon, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
Practical tips
Getting the most from a pre-purchase roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Ask when the roof was last worked on
- Share the report with your solicitor
- Notice patches of new decoration in top-floor rooms
- Mention any deadline when you contact us
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.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Condensation in a roof space can look like a leak and can damage timbers over time. Avoid packing insulation into the eaves so tightly that air can’t flow.
Pre-purchase roof survey in Bursledon
Buyers in Bursledon and right across London and the South East use our pre-purchase roof survey. Whether it is a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, the roof gets the same careful look. We tell you what’s sound, what needs attention and how urgent it is. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and have 20+ years’ experience. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us. We are frequently asked to look into quick fixes on flashings and valleys and blistered or split felt on a flat roof, across the roof space, clay and concrete tiles and natural slate.
Houses in smaller places like Bursledon can stand more in the open than those in a built-up town, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Ridges, verges and flashings are where that weather usually shows first. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are checked closely. Wind lifts anything already loose, so a small fault on an exposed roof doesn’t stay small for long.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Bursledon (SO31)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- 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
What happens if roof problems are left?
Once you exchange, the roof’s problems become yours. Before then, you can still ask questions, ask for work to be done or reconsider. A survey after you’ve moved in tells you the same things, but too late to use them in the purchase. Blocked gutters on homes around Bursledon overflow and soak walls, especially where trees overhang. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why book with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Prices that include VAT
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. In a smaller place like Bursledon, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You book once your offer is accepted and tell us the address and your timetable.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller.
- We inspect the roof from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Bursledon homes and their roofs
Bursledon is within about 2 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, so exposed details get a proper look whether you’re buying or signing off new work. Bursledon is about 2 miles from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport. If your survey includes the drone, the exact boundary is checked for the address first.
Historic houses such as Medieval Merchant's House, about 4 miles west, show how far back building around Bursledon goes. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later. Take an older house close to St Paul’s Church: the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Bursledon is about 2 miles south of Hedge End, in Hampshire. We provide pre-purchase roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Bursledon and the surrounding area. Across Hampshire, we cover Bursledon and the places around it.
Every address in SO31 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on High Street, Station Road and School Road or a nearby road, we can help. If you’re just outside Bursledon, we cover Lowford (1 mile north-west), Old Netley (1 mile west), Butlocks Heath (1 mile south-west), Hound (1 mile south-west) and Netley (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Winchester (12 miles north), Gosport (9 miles south-east), Havant (14 miles east), Eastleigh (6 miles north), Fareham (6 miles south-east) and Horndean (13 miles east).
Around Bursledon
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Hamble School, Grove Park Business and Enterprise College and Westwood Woodland Park, among other places. Bursledon’s nearest station is Bursledon station, about 0.5 miles south-east. Nearby you will also find Bursledon Brickworks Industrial Museum (1.1 miles east) and Coldeast (1.8 miles south-east). Open spaces near Bursledon include Netley Common.
Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Bursledon
The fixings and underlay frequently fail before good slates or tiles do. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails holding it rust and let slates slide. That kind of wear is common on older roofs.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- A ridge or slope that dips
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
If you own a rental within reach of Bursledon station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Also near Bursledon
What else we do in Bursledon
What affects the cost of pre-purchase roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you contact us
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- When you need the report by
To get a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Bursledon, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Common questions in Bursledon
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Bursledon?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Bursledon is about 2 miles from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport. We check the exact boundary for the address before flying, and if the roof falls inside it, we ask for permission first. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bursledon?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How do I book a survey in Bursledon?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Do you cover Bursledon for pre-purchase roof surveys?
Yes. We survey roofs in Bursledon and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Will you need to get into the loft?
Ideally, yes. The loft tells us a lot about the roof, and upstairs windows give useful views. The agent or seller can arrange entry.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only where it is safe. We also inspect from ground level, upper windows and the loft space, and a drone is part of the Premium Survey where applicable.