Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Shalfleet Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
A careful look at the roof at your property in Shalfleet, and put it all in a report with photos.
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Shalfleet
Our packages start with the Basic Survey from £150, with the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and an in-person consultation. Choose the level that suits the home you’re buying. Every package comes with a written report, photos and recommendations. We survey clay and concrete tiles, the roof space and lead flashings and valleys, and common reasons people get in touch are standing water on a flat extension roof and damp timbers or stains in the loft.
Some older homes in villages like Shalfleet are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Shalfleet (PO30)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
We inspect the outside of the stack, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. If a flue needs testing, we’ll suggest who to ask.
Flat roofs
A flat roof that has been coated over several times may hide problems underneath. We record what we can see and say where a closer look is needed.
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- House, block, shop or office
- The roof’s overall size
- Basic, Standard or Premium
For a price for your roof in Shalfleet, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What’s prompted the survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
When you need someone else
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Whether timbers meet design loads
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- The roof space
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
How the survey works
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes about 1–2 hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Shalfleet, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you’re buying.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Booking a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
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FAQs for Shalfleet
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Shalfleet, take more of a battering?
It can do. Shalfleet is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Is my home in Shalfleet listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is Shalfleet in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Shalfleet included.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details when you book.
How do I arrange a pre-purchase roof survey in Shalfleet?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Is this the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS home survey. It complements one rather than replacing it.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
After your offer is accepted and before you exchange contracts. That way you can still act on what we find, whether that means asking questions or negotiating.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Shalfleet
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Shalfleet. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
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Shalfleet homes and their roofs
Shalfleet lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
With Swainston Manor about 2.1 miles south-east, the area around Shalfleet has a long history. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St. Michael the Archangel, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Shalfleet is about 5 miles west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Shalfleet. Our the Isle of Wight coverage includes Shalfleet and the places around it. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
All of PO30 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Scotts Close, Warlands Lane and Fleet Way, and we cover them all. We also cover Cranmore (1 mile north-west), Hamstead (1 mile north-west), Bouldnor (3 miles west), Yarmouth (3 miles west) and Thorns Beach (5 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Newport (5 miles east), Ryde (11 miles east), Cowes (6 miles north-east), Sandown (12 miles east), Shanklin (12 miles south-east) and Ventnor (12 miles south-east). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so tell us where you are as you book.
Near you in Shalfleet
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to New Inn. Nearby you’ll also find Calbourne Water Mill And Rural Museum (1.4 miles south) and St Mary's Hospital (5.2 miles east). For a walk, there’s Boldre Foreshore and Westover Down.
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.