Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Morestead, Hampshire
An experienced roof surveyor for pre-purchase roof surveys in Morestead. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
Pre-purchase roof survey in Morestead: what you get
A full home survey looks at the whole property, and the roof is only one part of it. Our survey is not a RICS survey, and it does not replace one. It adds a focused look at the roof on its own, with photos and written recommendations you can act on. The two sit side by side if you want the fullest picture. If you are worried about sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes and slipped or missing slates and tiles, we can find out what’s behind it.
Being in a small place like Morestead makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when 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 and at weekends.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Morestead (SO21)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Check the lease for roof repair responsibilities
- Check we will be able to get into the roof space
- Request records of any re-roofing
- Let us know your exchange date when you book
It is worth sharing the report with your solicitor so they can raise enquiries with the seller’s side. It can prompt questions about past roof work and any paperwork for it, especially where we’ve found patch repairs.
Every so often, check the loft with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Damp patches, daylight through the roof or water stains on timbers are worth noting. Take photos so you can show whoever looks at it.
What affects the price in Morestead
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How big the roof is
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
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What this survey cannot tell you
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Whether the price should change, which is between you and the seller
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Lead flashings and valleys
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Morestead
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. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. 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. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Take an older house close to Morestead Church: a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Morestead is about 3 miles south-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Morestead and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for pre-purchase roof surveys: SO21. We offer pre-purchase roof surveys to properties on Morestead Road and Jackman's Hill and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Owslebury Bottom (1 mile south), Owslebury (1 mile south), Baybridge (2 miles south-east), Hensting (2 miles south) and Temple Valley (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Winchester (3 miles north-west), Eastleigh (5 miles south-west), Fareham (13 miles south), Andover (15 miles north-west), Horndean (14 miles south-east) and Totton (13 miles south-west).
Around Morestead
Morestead’s nearest station is Shawford station, about 2.4 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include St John's Rooms And Chapel (2.7 miles north-west) and Wolvesey Castle (2.5 miles north-west). Not far away are Twyford Down and Hockley Meadows.
FAQs for Morestead
Do you carry out roof surveys in Morestead?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Morestead as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Morestead listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Do you need access inside the house?
If it can be arranged, yes. Inside, the loft shows leaks, damp timbers and the underlay. If access is not possible, we note it in the report.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do you go up on the roof?
When conditions and the roof make it safe, yes. We also inspect from ground level, upper windows and the loft space.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
On site, it usually takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
When to book a survey in Morestead
Buildings put up or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. It is often found in cement sheets, soffits and flue pipes. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys, but our report flags materials that could contain it so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before anything is disturbed.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
If you own a rental within reach of Shawford station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Before you book anyone
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Are they insured for the work?
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Letting agents and landlords in Morestead book surveys as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
How it works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Somewhere as small as Morestead, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you’re buying.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Standard and Premium surveys add the extra checks they include.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets in another room
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.