Hampshire · London and the South East
Fisher's Pond Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Fisher's Pond. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
Common roof problems in Fisher's Pond
Gutter problems often look minor from the street. Water spilling over a gutter soaks brickwork and can rot fascias and rafter ends. Hidden gutters behind parapets or in roof valleys can send water indoors. We check them as part of the survey.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
If you live in an older home near Church of the Holy Trinity, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their report turnaround times
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Fisher's Pond
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 that show you exactly where. We explain each finding in plain English, so it is clear what it means for your purchase. We survey clay and concrete tiles, the roof space and gutters and downpipes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs and slipped or missing slates and tiles.
Being in a small place like Fisher's Pond makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when you book. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Fisher's Pond (SO50)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Around Fisher's Pond, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- Once your offer is accepted, you let us know the address and when you hope to exchange.
- Access to the house and the loft space is agreed ahead of time.
- The visit begins outside, from ground level and any safe vantage points.
- Inside, we check the roof space and look at the roof from windows.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations before you exchange.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets in another room
Book a survey
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Fisher's Pond, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- The condition of the rest of the house (that’s a RICS home survey)
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Natural slate
- Gutters and downpipes
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
Places near Fisher's Pond
What else we do in Fisher's Pond
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Fisher's Pond
With South Stoneham House about 4.6 miles south-west, Fisher's Pond sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
If you let a flat or house near Eastleigh station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Fisher's Pond is about 2 miles north-east of Eastleigh, in Hampshire. Bookings from Fisher's Pond are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Southampton.
Surveys in SO50 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Fisher's Pond: Nob's Crook (1 mile north-west), Crowdhill (1 mile south), Colden Common (1 mile north-west), Brambridge (1 mile north-west) and Lord's Wood (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (5 miles north), Gosport (14 miles south-east), Fareham (10 miles south-east), Horndean (14 miles south-east), Totton (10 miles south-west) and Chandler's Ford (4 miles west).
What’s near Fisher's Pond
In Fisher's Pond, that means homes and buildings near Wyvern Technology College and The Fox & Hounds pub, among other places. Fisher's Pond’s nearest station is Eastleigh station, roughly 2.3 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Moorgreen Hospital (4.1 miles south) and Eastleigh Museum (2.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Fisher's Pond include Twyford Down and Shawford Down.
Why get it checked now?
The lender’s valuation is done for the lender, not for you. Its job is to check the property’s value for the mortgage, and it won’t look closely at the roof. A roof survey is carried out for the buyer, and the report is written for you to use. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Fisher's Pond, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The size of the roof
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The kind of building and roof involved
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Fisher's Pond
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Fisher's Pond?
Usually it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. The flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport comes within about 1 mile of Fisher's Pond. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
Do you cover smaller places like Fisher's Pond?
Yes, Fisher's Pond is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Will you need to get into the loft?
If it can be arranged, yes. Inside, the loft shows leaks, damp timbers and the underlay. If access isn’t possible, we note it in the report.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it normally takes about one to two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Should I get a roof survey as well as a RICS home survey?
It’s your choice, but the two do different jobs. A home survey looks at the whole property, and ours concentrates on the roof alone. Ours sits alongside a RICS survey rather than replacing it.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Useful tips for Fisher's Pond property owners
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Ask who repairs the roof under the lease
- Give your solicitor a copy of the report
- Notice patches of new decoration in top-floor rooms
- Mention any deadline when you contact us
With Standard, you get a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us.
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.