Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Rowlands Castle
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Rowlands Castle, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Rowlands Castle
The roof is one of the most expensive parts of a home to repair, and one of the hardest for a buyer to see. A pre-purchase roof survey looks at it closely before you’re tied in. We look at the slates or tiles, the ridges and valleys, the flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the loft space where it’s safe to get in. You get a written report with photos. If you’ve noticed cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing and roof slopes that look uneven or sagging, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Rowlands Castle, some houses face open ground, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Loose ridge tiles, lifted coverings and tired flashings are the kind of things that show it. For a purchase or a new roof, those exposed edges are checked closely. Wind lifts anything already loose, so a small fault on an exposed roof does not stay small for long.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Rowlands Castle (PO9)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Homes around Rowlands Castle often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- 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.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations before you exchange.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Getting a price
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Rowlands Castle
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Local roofs and buyers in Rowlands Castle
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Rowlands Castle, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Church on the Green, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. If you let a flat or house near Rowlands Castle station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Rowlands Castle is about 2 miles north-east of Havant, in Hampshire. We visit Rowlands Castle as part of our work across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. Our Hampshire coverage includes Rowlands Castle. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Here we cover the PO9 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as Stansted Close, College Close and Redhill Road. Nearby, we also carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Durrants (1 mile south), Leigh Park (2 miles south-west), Havant (2 miles south-west), Denvilles (2 miles south) and Westbourne (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Gosport (10 miles south-west), Fareham (10 miles west), Hedge End (15 miles west), Waterlooville (3 miles west), Petersfield (8 miles north) and Purbrook (3 miles south-west).
Around Rowlands Castle
Around Rowlands Castle, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Robin Hood Inn. Rowlands Castle has its own railway station: Rowlands Castle station. Other landmarks nearby include Havant War Memorial Hospital (2.6 miles south-west) and Havant Museum (2.7 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Compton Down and Brook Meadow (Emsworth).
Rowlands Castle: your questions answered
Is the coastal weather around Rowlands Castle hard on roofs?
It can do. Rowlands Castle is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Do you cover smaller places like Rowlands Castle?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
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 isn’t possible, we note it in the report.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
On site, it typically takes about 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Prices for pre-purchase roof surveys in Rowlands Castle
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How big the roof is
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Basic, Standard or Premium
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Rowlands Castle, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Useful tips for Rowlands Castle property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Check the lease for roof repair responsibilities
- Mention any deadline when you contact us
- Don’t leave it until just before exchange
- Ask for loft access on the day
If you want quotes for the work, roofers can work from the report. The photos show the defects and where they are, so each quote covers the same ground.
Check the roof from the garden and the street after a storm. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Dealing with them early keeps water out.
Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Rowlands Castle
Rear extensions, dormers and garages frequently have flat roofs. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and ponding, blisters and splits are common signs of age. A buyer can easily miss them, because many can only be seen from an upstairs window.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Old water stains in the loft space
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
Warblington Castle, about 3 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Rowlands Castle. If you are buying an older home nearby, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- When you’ll get the report
- What insurance they carry