Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Nettlecombe, Isle of Wight
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Nettlecombe from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Nettlecombe
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 that show you exactly where. Each finding is explained in plain words, so you know what it means for the house you are buying. We’re often asked to look into ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof and gutters choked with leaves and moss, on gutters and downpipes, clay and concrete tiles and chimney stacks.
Older buildings in small places like Nettlecombe may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Nettlecombe (PO38)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nettlecombe questions
Is Nettlecombe within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Nettlecombe 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.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
When is the best time to have the roof checked when buying?
Once your offer has been accepted, and before exchange. That gives you time to use the findings, whether that means asking questions or negotiating.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
What we can’t see
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Whether timbers meet design loads
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and downpipes
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Chimney stacks
Landlords, agents and block managers in Nettlecombe
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Landlords and agents in Nettlecombe book surveys as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask for loft access on the day
- Do not leave it until just before exchange
- Ask whether there are papers for past roof work
- Watch for stains or fresh paint on ceilings below the roof
The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. Whichever package you choose, you can ask us what a finding means.
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.
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes an hour or two at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Around Nettlecombe, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You book once your offer is accepted and let us know the address and your timetable.
- We agree a time and how we will get in, including the loft.
- We inspect the roof from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- We check and photograph the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations to read before exchange.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Keep pets in another room
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Nettlecombe
Nettlecombe lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale, so exposed details get a careful look whether you are buying or signing off new work. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
The streets around a church such as Water Hydrant Opposite Parish Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, 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 Shanklin station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. Rylstone Manor lies about 4 miles north-east, so building around Nettlecombe goes back a long way. If you are buying an older home nearby, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing.
Nettlecombe is about 7 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We survey roofs in Nettlecombe and the rest of the Isle of Wight, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. Portsmouth is in our area too.
We work across PO38 for pre-purchase roof surveys and the streets around it. Nearby, we also carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Southford (1 mile north-west), Bierley (1 mile west), Wroxall (2 miles north-east), Godshill (2 miles north) and Sandford (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (7 miles north), Ryde (9 miles north-east), Cowes (11 miles north), Sandown (6 miles north-east), Shanklin (4 miles north-east) and East Cowes (11 miles north). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so please mention your location when you ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Local landmarks in Nettlecombe
We work in homes and buildings around The White Horse Inn and the streets around them. Nettlecombe’s nearest station is Shanklin station, about 4.1 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Longshoremans Museum (2.2 miles east) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (4.1 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Stenbury Down.
Why get it checked now?
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. For an older or listed building in a place like Nettlecombe, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Nettlecombe
- An independent look at the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Over 20 years’ experience
- 98% of customers satisfied