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Pre-purchase roof survey in Stanmore, Hampshire
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Pre-purchase roof surveys in Stanmore.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- A ridge or slope that dips
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Splits in a lead valley send water inside, and missing lead is not unknown, as it is a target for thieves.
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.
Pre-purchase roof survey in Stanmore: what you get
A Basic Survey starts from £150, while Standard starts from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection and a structural check. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable 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 are often asked to look into a ridge or slope that dips and bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs, on gutters and downpipes, the roof space and lead flashings and valleys.
Smaller places like Stanmore frequently have bungalows and cottages as well as houses, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. The same goes for a purchase or a new roof around Stanmore. Snags and wear both tend to show at dormer lead work and along flat-roof edges.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Stanmore (SO22, SO23)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
Tips from our surveys
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Book once your offer is accepted
- Ask the agent to make sure the loft hatch can be opened
- Mention any deadline when you get in touch
- Ask who repairs the roof under the lease
If you want quotes for the work, roofers can work from the report. The photos show the defects and where they are, which makes quotes easier to compare.
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. Small repairs done quickly stop bigger problems later.
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. In a smaller place like Stanmore, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you’re buying.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- The coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
When to book a survey in Stanmore
Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999. Cement roof sheets, soffits and flue pipes are typical places to find it. We do not test for it or carry out asbestos surveys, but we flag materials that might so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before anything is disturbed.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
For landlords with property near Winchester station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Stanmore questions
Is my home in Stanmore listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Stanmore?
Yes, Stanmore is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is a roof survey worth having alongside a home survey?
It depends on the roof and how confident you want to be. Home surveys sometimes suggest a closer look at the roof, and our survey gives you that closer look. It does not stand in for a RICS survey.
Do you go up on the roof?
When conditions and the roof make it safe, yes. We also inspect from ground level, upper windows and the roof space, and a drone is part of the Premium Survey where applicable.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
After your offer is accepted and before you exchange contracts. That gives you time to use the findings, whether that means asking questions or negotiating.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when booking.
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Stanmore
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live in an older home near Saint Luke, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Stanmore is about 1 mile south-west of Winchester, in Hampshire. Stanmore is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Stanmore is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in SO22 and SO23 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on Fox Lane, Kings Road and Romsey Road or a nearby road, we can help. You’ll find Stanmore on the A3090, which makes it simple to reach. Other places close to Stanmore include Badger Farm (1 mile south), St Cross (1 mile south-east), Oliver's Battery (1 mile south-west), Winchester (1 mile north-east) and Weeke (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Eastleigh (6 miles south), Fareham (15 miles south-east), Andover (13 miles north-west), Totton (12 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (5 miles south-west) and Hedge End (10 miles south).
Local landmarks in Stanmore
Typical jobs here are in homes near White Horse Public House, Kings' School and St. Cross Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Winchester station, roughly 1.2 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Winchester Castle (0.9 miles north-east) and Balfour Museum of Hampshire Red Cross History (0.5 miles north-west). The countryside around Stanmore includes Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
Why get it checked now?
When a chain is moving fast, a roof survey can feel like one more delay. Weekend visits are available as well as weekdays, and the Premium Survey report arrives the same day, which helps it fit around your exchange date. On a bungalow or cottage around Stanmore, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Stanmore
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
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