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Pre-purchase roof survey in Newnham, Hampshire
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Newnham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
Pre-purchase roof survey in Newnham
Buyers in Newnham and right across London and the South East use our pre-purchase roof survey. Whether it’s a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, we follow the same careful process. We tell you what’s sound, what needs attention and how urgent it is. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and have 20+ years’ experience. To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us. Typical surveys look at gaps where slates or tiles have come loose and patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem, across gutters and downpipes, clay and concrete tiles and flat-roofed extensions and dormers.
For a small place like Newnham, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. 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. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Location
- Newnham (RG27)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Newnham
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Newnham. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Checking the roof from the ground
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
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.
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Rural addresses near Newnham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- Once your offer is accepted, you let us know the address and when you hope to exchange.
- Access to the house and the loft space is agreed ahead of time.
- The visit begins outside, from ground level and any safe vantage points.
- We then look from upstairs windows and inside the loft where it is safe.
- The report is emailed with photos and recommendations, ready to use before exchange.
How to prepare
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Arrange 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.
Related advice
Common questions in Newnham
Is Newnham within the area you cover?
Yes, Newnham is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Newnham?
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 I need a roof survey if I’m having a RICS survey?
It depends on the roof and how confident you want to be. Home surveys sometimes suggest a closer look at the roof, and that’s where a roof survey helps. It isn’t a replacement for a RICS survey.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
The visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. We’ll confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask for loft access on the day
- Tell us your exchange date when booking
- Pass the findings to your conveyancer
- Ask whether there are papers for past roof work
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. They’ll see exactly what we found, and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Chimneys and flashings need watching. Look for leaning pots, missing mortar and lifted lead. Binoculars from the ground are enough for a first look.
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
- The size of the roof
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Anything about access we should know
- The address and postcode of the property
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Newnham homes and their roofs
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. The Vyne, about 4.6 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Newnham. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to Church of St. Nicholas: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs frequently have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. If you own a rental within reach of Hook station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Newnham is about 5 miles east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Newnham and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Newnham is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in RG27 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Tylney Lane, Newnham Lane and Ridge Lane. Close by, we survey roofs in Nately Scures (1 mile south), Hook Common (1 mile south-east), Up Nately (1 mile south), Hook (1 mile east) and Warnborough Green (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (5 miles west), Farnborough (10 miles east), Fleet (7 miles east), Aldershot (10 miles east), Alton (9 miles south) and Yateley (8 miles north-east).
Around Newnham
For rail, the closest station is Hook station, about 1.2 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Odiham Castle (1.9 miles south-east) and Basing House (2.8 miles west). For a walk, there’s Dogmersfield Lake and Tundry Hill.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
The lender’s valuation is done for the lender, not for you. It looks at whether the property is suitable security for the loan, not at the condition of each slate and flashing. A roof survey is carried out for the buyer, and the report is written for you to use. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why us?
- Prices that include VAT
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Surveys seven days a week
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.