Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Thruxton
A careful look at the roof at your property in Thruxton, with photographs and a written report.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Natural slate
- The roof space
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Thruxton
The best time to book is once your offer has been accepted and before you exchange contracts. That is when the findings are most useful, because nothing is binding yet. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when a sale is moving quickly. The report comes within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. If you’re worried about loose pots and cracked flaunching and old water stains in the roof space, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Thruxton, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Location
- Thruxton (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Thruxton
Rear extensions, dormers and garages frequently have flat roofs. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and ponding, blisters and splits are common signs of age. They’re easy to overlook on a viewing, especially when they’re only visible from an upper floor.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Old water stains in the roof space
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
Take an older house close to Church of St Peter and St Paul: ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
What to check before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What the survey won’t cover
Surveys for landlords and agents in Thruxton
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Height and safe access
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we will tell you which fits.
Getting in touch
We will usually ask about:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The property’s address and postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Thruxton: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Thruxton is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Thruxton in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Thruxton is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you need to go inside the property?
Where we can, yes. Inside, the loft shows leaks, damp timbers and the underlay. If access isn’t possible, we note it in the report.
How soon is the report ready?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Tell us your exchange date and we’ll help you choose.
Is this the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a dedicated roof survey, with a written report and photos. It does not cover the rest of the property, which a RICS survey does.
Is a roof survey worth having alongside a home survey?
It’s your choice, but the two do different jobs. A home survey looks at the whole property, while ours looks only at the roof, in more detail. Ours sits alongside a RICS survey rather than replacing it.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it normally takes roughly 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.
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Rural addresses near Thruxton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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 the ground and from vantage points.
- Inside, we check the roof space and look at the roof from windows.
- You get a report with photographs and recommendations before you exchange.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
Thruxton homes and their roofs
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For landlords with property near Grateley station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Thruxton is about 4 miles west of Andover, in Hampshire. Bookings from Thruxton are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Southampton.
All of SP11 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys. Local streets include Lambourne Way, Lambourne Close and Stanbury Close, and we cover them all. Other places close to Thruxton include Mullenspond (1 mile east), East Cholderton (1 mile south-east), Fyfield (1 mile north), Weyhill (1 mile north-east) and Appleshaw (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Andover (4 miles east), Hyde (15 miles south-east), Tidworth (4 miles north-west), Weeke (14 miles south-east), Stanmore (15 miles south-east) and Ludgershall (3 miles north-west).
Near you in Thruxton
We work in homes and buildings around The George Inn, among other places. The closest station to Thruxton is Grateley station, roughly 3.2 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Andover War Memorial Hospital (3.9 miles east) and Ludgershall Castle (3.8 miles north-west). Open spaces near Thruxton include Anton Lakes and Quarley Hill.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Even if you go ahead regardless, knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan. You will know which jobs are urgent and which can wait, so you can plan work before small faults get bigger. Around Thruxton, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- A written report with photos
- 98% of customers satisfied
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.