Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Hannington, Hampshire
Pre-purchase roof surveys across Hannington, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Hannington
Buying a flat brings its own roof questions. The lease decides who looks after the roof, and that is often not the individual flat owner. We inspect what access allows us to see safely, and the report helps you ask your solicitor or the managing agent the right questions. If the building has a flat roof, we check that too where access allows. We survey chimney stacks, the roof space and lead flashings and valleys, and the problems we are asked to look at most are bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs and roof slopes that look uneven or sagging.
In a village or hamlet like Hannington, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Hannington (RG26)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Hannington
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hannington?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Hannington?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Will the roof report help me negotiate with the seller?
Yes. Buyers use the findings to ask questions, ask for repairs before completion or ask for a price change. The outcome is between you and the seller, so we cannot promise any saving.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can normally go ahead in light rain. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hannington
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A seller may honestly not know the state of the roof. The forms they complete only show what they’re aware of. An independent look tells you how the roof is now, whatever anyone remembers. In a small place like Hannington, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hannington
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Prices that include VAT
- Surveys seven days a week
- A photo-illustrated written report
Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Ask when the roof was last worked on
- Pass the findings to your conveyancer
- Request records of any re-roofing
- Ask for loft access on the day
After you move in, keep the report somewhere safe. Work through the urgent items before anything else, and use the photos as a record of how the roof looked when you bought. Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months to see how things have changed.
Keep an eye on chimneys and flashings in your new home. Look for leaning pots, missing mortar and lifted lead. Binoculars from the ground are enough for a first look.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. We look for lead that has lifted, split or been patched over.
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails that fix it often give out first. When slates start to slip, corroded nails are frequently the reason, and we note how widespread it looks.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. For a village or hamlet like Hannington, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you are buying.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- 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
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Whether the price should change, which is between you and the seller
- The condition of the rest of the house (that’s a RICS home survey)
- Faults hidden behind ceilings, boards or coverings
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
Local roofs and buyers in Hannington
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of All Saints, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. If you let a flat or house near Overton station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Hannington is about 5 miles south-west of Tadley, in Hampshire. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hannington and nearby. Our Hampshire coverage includes Hannington. We also survey roofs in Reading.
All of RG26 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Meadham Lane and Ibworth Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Kingsclere (2 miles north-west), Ibworth (2 miles south-east), Wolverton (2 miles north-east), Townsend (2 miles north-east) and Wolverton Common (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (6 miles south-east), Andover (13 miles south-west), Alton (15 miles south-east), Tadley (5 miles north-east), Hook (12 miles east) and Popley (6 miles east).
Around Hannington
We work in homes and buildings around The Vine pub, among other places. Hannington’s nearest station is Overton station, roughly 3.4 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Park Prewett Hospital (4.8 miles east). For a walk, there is Ladle Hill.