Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Nursted, Hampshire
An experienced roof surveyor for pre-purchase roof surveys in Nursted. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
What we do, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Around Nursted, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- After your offer is agreed, you book and share your timetable.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller, including the loft.
- We start outside, looking at the roof from ground level and from vantage points.
- Inside, we check the loft space and look at the roof from windows.
- You get a written report with photographs and recommendations before you exchange.
Before we arrive
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Find any records of previous roof work
How to book
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Nursted, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Pre-purchase roof survey in Nursted
A RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey covers the whole building, and the roof is only one part of it. Our survey isn’t 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. We are often asked to look into lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney and a ridge or slope that dips, on natural slate, clay and concrete tiles and the roof space.
Some older homes in villages like Nursted are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it is worth knowing where you stand. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Nursted (GU31)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Nursted
Rear extensions, dormers and garages often have flat roofs. Felt flat roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, and ponding, blisters and splits are common signs of age. A buyer can easily miss them, especially when they’re only visible from an upper floor.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
Landlords with a home close to Petersfield station may find that a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- When you will get the report
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Which limits apply to the survey
Nursted 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. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. Historic houses like Uppark, about 2.5 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Nursted goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Nursted is about 2 miles south-east of Petersfield, in Hampshire. Nursted is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in GU31 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Buriton (2 miles west), Weston (2 miles west), Ramsdean (3 miles west), Chalton (4 miles south-west) and West Marden (5 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Havant (9 miles south), Fareham (15 miles south-west), Horndean (7 miles south-west), Alton (12 miles north), Waterlooville (9 miles south-west) and Purbrook (10 miles south-west).
What’s near Nursted
Nursted’s nearest station is Petersfield station, roughly 1.8 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Clanfield Earthwork (3.8 miles south-west) and Petersfield Community Hospital (1.7 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Oakham Hill and Liss Riverside Railway Walk South.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Let us know your timetable
- Ask the agent to make sure the loft hatch can be opened
- Do not leave it until just before exchange
- Find out whether the roof has been replaced or patched
If you want quotes for the work, roofers can work from the report. They’ll see exactly what we found, and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
After you move in, have leaves and moss cleared from gutters and valleys, especially after autumn. Overflowing water is behind a lot of damp. Get a professional in rather than climbing up yourself.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs
Many homes have a flat roof somewhere, often over an extension. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We look for signs of age and failure.
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails that fix it often give out first. When slates start to slip, corroded nails are frequently the reason, and we note how widespread it looks.
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Towns and villages near Nursted
Also in Nursted
Why act early in Nursted
Plenty of buyers go ahead anyway, but with their eyes open. You’ll know which jobs are urgent and which can wait, so you can plan work before small faults get bigger. In a small place like Nursted, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why book us in Nursted
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Photographs and a written report every time
- 98% of clients satisfied
- An independent view of the roof
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
FAQs for Nursted
Do you cover smaller places like Nursted?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you cover Nursted?
Yes, Nursted is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
Do you need access inside the house?
If it can be arranged, yes. From the loft space we can see staining, timbers and underlay. If we can’t get in, the report says so.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.