Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Little Somborne
We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Little Somborne and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Little Somborne
Older homes often have roofs that have been patched over the years. Corroded nails let slates slide, valley linings wear thin and chimney mortar erodes. Little of that is easy to judge from the pavement on a viewing. Our survey picks it out, with photos so you can see it for yourself. Each finding is explained in plain words, so it’s clear what it means for your purchase. If you’re worried about standing water on a flat extension roof and worn or lifted lead flashings, we can find out what’s behind it, on lead flashings and valleys, clay and concrete tiles and natural slate alike.
Being in a small place like Little Somborne makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed ahead of time. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Visits can be booked on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Little Somborne (SO20)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and parapets
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter, normally to the back of the house. If the home you’re buying has one, that gutter and its outlet get a careful look.
Flat roofs
Repeated coatings on a flat roof can mask what’s underneath. We record what we can see and say where a closer look is needed.
Little Somborne: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Little Somborne is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Little Somborne within the area you cover?
Yes, Little Somborne is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you need to go inside the property?
Where possible, yes. The loft tells us a lot about the roof, and upstairs windows give useful views. Access is typically arranged through the agent or seller.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. We inspect from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft and from the roof itself where safe. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Buying a home or a new roof in Little Somborne
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near All Saints Church, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Little Somborne is about 6 miles west of Winchester, in Hampshire. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Little Somborne for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Across Hampshire, we cover Little Somborne and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
We survey roofs across the SO20 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Chalk Hill and Somborne Park Road, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Up Somborne (1 mile east), Ashley (1 mile south), King's Somborne (2 miles south-west), Lower Slackstead (5 miles south) and Braishfield (5 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Winchester (6 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles south-east), Andover (8 miles north), Totton (12 miles south), Chandler's Ford (8 miles south) and Hedge End (14 miles south-east).
What’s near Little Somborne
Other landmarks nearby include Royal Hampshire County Hospital (5.6 miles east).
Do you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Little Somborne?
Many roofs have had quick fixes over the years. Bitumen painted over a flashing, mortar where lead should be, or a few tiles that don’t match can point to a problem that keeps coming back. Our report records them so you can ask the seller what was done and when.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
In and around Little Somborne, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the price includes VAT
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. In a hamlet or village like Little Somborne, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we will recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Request records of any re-roofing
- Ask who repairs the roof under the lease
- Do not leave it until just before exchange
- Ask when the roof was last worked on
We email the report to you, with photos of each finding. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Each defect is explained in plain words, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Chimneys and flashings need watching. Look for leaning pots, missing mortar and lifted lead. Binoculars from the ground are enough for a first look.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
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, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
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Why act early in Little Somborne
It is tempting to skip the roof to keep a sale moving. We visit on any day of the week, and the Premium Survey report arrives the same day, which helps it fit around your exchange date. In a place like Little Somborne, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Little Somborne
- Surveys seven days a week
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Every finding written up with photos
- An independent view of the roof