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Gaskins Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Gaskins.
- Old water stains in the loft space
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
Pre-purchase roof survey in Gaskins: what you get
Some roofs can’t be seen well from ground level or from windows. Our Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone inspection, along with a same-day report. Where a flight is not possible, because of airspace rules or the weather, we tell you and look from ground level, windows and the loft instead. If you are worried about roof slopes that look uneven or sagging and cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on natural slate, clay and concrete tiles and lead flashings and valleys alike.
Somewhere as small as Gaskins, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Where
- Gaskins (PO33, PO36)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings and valleys
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Gutters and downpipes
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What we’re asked to look at in Gaskins
Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999. Cement roof sheets, soffits and flue pipes are typical places to find it. We do not carry out asbestos surveys, but our report flags materials that could contain it so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before anything is disturbed.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
Historic houses such as Nunwell House, about 1.7 miles south-west, show how far back building around Gaskins goes. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What experience they bring
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How long the report takes to arrive
What affects the cost of pre-purchase roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Height and safe access
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before you book.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What made you get in touch
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Gaskins
When a chain is moving fast, a roof survey can feel like one more delay. Weekend visits are available as well as weekdays, and a Premium report comes the same day, so it can fit around a tight timetable. Older and listed buildings around Gaskins may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Gaskins
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- An independent view of the roof
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Gaskins
How do I find out if my home in Gaskins is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Gaskins?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Gaskins is about 2 miles from Bembridge Airport, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Do you need access inside the house?
Ideally, yes. We look in the roof space where there is safe access, and upstairs windows give useful views. Access is typically arranged through the agent or seller.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is usually fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
On site, it typically takes an hour or two at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
When is the best time to have the roof checked when buying?
Book as soon as your offer is agreed. You need the report before you exchange, while you can still ask questions and negotiate.
Does your survey replace a RICS home survey?
No. It’s a roof survey by an experienced roof surveyor, with a written report and photos. It does not cover the rest of the property, which a RICS survey does.
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Gaskins
Gaskins is within about 2 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Bembridge Airport is about 2 miles from Gaskins. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
The streets around a church like St Catherine-by-the-Green are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. If you own a rental within reach of Brading station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Gaskins is about 3 miles south-east of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. Roofs in Gaskins get the same thorough look as anywhere else in the Isle of Wight. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover Gaskins and the places around it. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for pre-purchase roof surveys: PO33 and PO36. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include St Helens (1 mile north-east), Brading (1 mile south-west), Yarbridge (2 miles south-west), Morton (2 miles south-west) and Yaverland (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Newport (8 miles west), Ryde (3 miles north-west), Cowes (9 miles north-west), Sandown (3 miles south-west), Shanklin (5 miles south-west) and Ventnor (8 miles south-west). For harder-to-reach addresses, a little more planning is needed, so let us know when you contact us.
Landmarks near Gaskins
We work in homes and buildings around The Vine Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Brading station, roughly 1.2 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Sandown Castle (2.7 miles south) and Lilliput Museum of Antique Dolls And Toys (1.2 miles south-west). Not far away are Brading Down and Brading Marshes RSPB reserve.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Older rural homes like those around Gaskins can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, 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.
- We check the roof from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Each part of the roof is examined and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with photos and recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Watch for stains or fresh paint on ceilings below the roof
- Give your solicitor a copy of the report
- Ask for any paperwork for recent roof work
- Ask the agent to make sure the loft hatch can be opened
You may want to pass the report to your solicitor or conveyancer so they can raise enquiries with the seller’s side. Past repairs, re-roofing and any records of that work are all fair questions.
Check the roof from the garden and the street after a storm. Pieces of slate or tile in the garden mean something has moved. Small repairs done quickly stop bigger problems later.