Hampshire · London and the South East
Monxton Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Monxton from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Blocked or leaking gutters
- Old water stains in the roof space
Why it is worth a survey now in Monxton
A seller may honestly not know the state of the roof. Their answers on the property forms only cover what they know about. Our survey shows you the roof as it is today. For an older or listed building in a place like Monxton, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Every price we give includes VAT. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Monxton
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Every finding written up with photos
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in Monxton
Book after your offer is accepted and before exchange. At that point you can still ask questions, while you’re not yet committed. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when a sale is moving quickly. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. We survey natural slate, flat-roofed extensions and dormers and lead flashings and valleys, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are gutters choked with leaves and moss and flashings that have lifted or split.
Somewhere as small as Monxton, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Monxton (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a pre-purchase roof survey does not cover
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
- A valuation or a promise of a lower price
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Natural slate
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Monxton
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
For landlords with property near Andover station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Monxton is about 3 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Roofs in Monxton get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. Across Hampshire, we cover Monxton. There’s also a page for Southampton.
Postcode districts we cover here for pre-purchase roof surveys: SP11. Streets in the area include High Street, Green Lane and Abbotts Ann Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Amport (1 mile west), Abbotts Ann (1 mile south-east), Fox (1 mile south-west), Little Ann (2 miles south-east) and Anna Valley (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (14 miles south-east), Andover (3 miles east), Romsey (14 miles south), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (6 miles north-west) and Weeke (13 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Monxton
We work in homes and buildings around The Black Swan Public House and John Hanson Community School, among other places. Monxton’s nearest station is Andover station, about 2.8 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Andover Museum (3.4 miles east) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.8 miles north-east). Not far away are Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
Questions from Monxton
Do you cover Monxton?
Yes, Monxton is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Is my home in Monxton listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you need to go inside the property?
Ideally, yes. The loft tells us a lot about the roof, and views from upper windows help too. The agent or seller can arrange entry.
Can I use the report to negotiate on price?
Yes. You might ask for work to be done, ask questions or ask for a change to the price. What the seller agrees to is their decision, so we cannot promise any saving.
How do I book a survey in Monxton?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
On site, it typically takes an hour or two for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Report times depend on the package, from the same day for Premium to within 48 hours for Basic.
Does your survey replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof only, and it is not a RICS home survey. It complements one rather than replacing it.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Monxton
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That’s where a survey comes in.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Check the lease for roof repair responsibilities
- Look for fresh paint on upstairs ceilings at viewings
- Pass the findings to your conveyancer
- Ask for loft access on the day
We email the report to you, with photos of each finding. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Each defect is explained in plain words, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
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.
How the survey works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. On timing, it normally takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Monxton often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- 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.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.