Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Hundred Acres, Hampshire
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hundred Acres. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Flashings that have lifted or split
Pre-purchase roof survey in Hundred Acres
Tall, steep or hidden roofs are hard to judge from the street. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, and the report arrives the same day. If airspace rules or the weather rule out a flight, we’ll say so and look from ground level, windows and the loft instead. Common reasons to book are standing water on a flat extension roof and chimney mortar that has eroded, on lead flashings and valleys, gutters and downpipes and clay and concrete tiles.
For a small place like Hundred Acres, the visit is planned like any other: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed ahead of time. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when you book. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked seven days a week.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Place
- Hundred Acres (PO17)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Hundred Acres: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Hundred Acres?
Yes, Hundred Acres is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Hundred Acres, take more of a battering?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details like ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Will the roof report help me negotiate with the seller?
Yes. The report sets out what we found, with photos, which you can share with the seller or agent. How the seller responds is up to them.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
Once your offer has been accepted, and before exchange. That way you can still act on what we find, whether that means asking questions or negotiating.
How soon is the report ready?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Reports are emailed, with photographs.
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What this survey can’t tell you
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Hundred Acres
- Natural slate
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Lead flashings and valleys
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere as small as Hundred Acres, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you are buying.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- The coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Standard and Premium surveys add the extra checks they include.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
How to prepare
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Hundred Acres
Hundred Acres lies within about 4 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For landlords with property near Fareham station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Nicholas, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Hundred Acres is about 4 miles north-east of Fareham, in Hampshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Hundred Acres can all book pre-purchase roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Across Hampshire, we cover Hundred Acres and the places around it. Portsmouth is in our area too.
All of PO17 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer pre-purchase roof surveys to properties on Hundred Acres Road and Southwick Road. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include North Boarhunt (1 mile south-east), Wickham Common (1 mile south-west), Crockerhill (2 miles south-west), Welborne (2 miles south-west) and Boarhunt (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Winchester (13 miles north-west), Gosport (7 miles south), Havant (8 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Fareham (4 miles south-west) and Horndean (6 miles east).
What’s near Hundred Acres
For rail, the closest station is Fareham station, roughly 3.5 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Fareham Shopping Centre (3.3 miles south) and Portchester Castle (4.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Hundred Acres. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Why get it checked now?
Sellers aren’t always aware of roof problems. The forms they complete only show what they’re aware of. An independent look tells you how the roof is now. For older village homes like those around Hundred Acres, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hundred Acres
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask for loft access on the day
- Let us know your timetable
- Book once your offer is accepted
- Look for fresh paint on upstairs ceilings at viewings
Once the home is yours, the report becomes a maintenance list. Work through the urgent items before anything else, and keep the photographs to compare against later. The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up.
Once you’ve moved in, keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, especially after autumn. Overflowing water is behind a lot of damp. Use a gutter contractor rather than going up a ladder yourself.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs
Flat roofs on extensions, dormers and garages are easy to forget about. Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, rubber longer and GRP up to about 30. We look for signs of age and failure.
Gutters and parapets
Parapet and box gutters are hidden behind walls and can overflow inside. Where we can see them safely, we check the linings and outlets.