Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Upper Enham
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a pre-purchase roof survey in Upper Enham and across Hampshire.
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
How the survey works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes between one and two hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Somewhere as small as Upper Enham, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You get in touch after your offer is agreed, with the address and your target exchange date.
- We agree a time and how we will get in, including the loft.
- The roof is inspected from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- We check and photograph the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
- Your report arrives by email, with photos and recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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Pre-purchase roof survey in Upper Enham: what you get
Older homes often have roofs that have been patched over the years. Slates slip when their nails corrode, lead valleys and flashings wear, and chimney pointing crumbles. Most of it cannot be seen from the street. We look closely and record what we see, with photos so you can see it for yourself. Each finding is explained in plain words, so it is clear what it means for your purchase. We survey chimney stacks, flat-roofed extensions and dormers and lead flashings and valleys, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are slipped or missing slates and tiles and blistered or split felt on a flat roof.
Somewhere as small as Upper Enham, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings frequently sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Upper Enham (SP11)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Upper Enham
Even if you go ahead regardless, knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan. The report shows what needs doing first, and you can line up a roofer before small faults grow. For older village homes like those around Upper Enham, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why us?
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- An independent view of the roof
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Upper Enham: local notes
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
If you own a rental within reach of Andover station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. If you live in an older home near Saint George, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Upper Enham is about 3 miles north of Andover, in Hampshire. Upper Enham is one of many places we visit across Hampshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. There’s also a page for Southampton.
Here we cover the SP11 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. We cover properties on Dunhills Lane, Maccallum Road and Green Drove. Nearby, we also carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Enham Alamein (1 mile south), Little London (1 mile east), Smannell (1 mile south-east), Wildhern (1 mile north-west) and Knights Enham (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Winchester (15 miles south-east), Andover (3 miles south), Hyde (14 miles south-east), Tidworth (8 miles west), Weeke (14 miles south-east) and Kempshott (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Upper Enham
Around Upper Enham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Hare & Hounds pub. The closest station to Upper Enham is Andover station, roughly 2.8 miles south. Nearby you will also find Finkley Down Farm Museum (2.1 miles south) and Andover War Memorial Hospital (2.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Upper Enham include Anton Lakes and Mill Lake.
Different roofs, different checks
Gutters and parapets
Gutters, downpipes and outlets carry water away from walls. Leaking joints, sagging lengths and blockages are all noted, along with fascias and soffits.
Chimney stacks
A leaning stack, cracked flaunching or crumbling pointing can all need work. We photograph them so you can raise them before exchange.
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The roof’s overall size
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Which survey package you book
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
FAQs for Upper Enham
Do you carry out roof surveys in Upper Enham?
Yes, Upper Enham is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Upper Enham as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Upper Enham within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
Once your offer has been accepted, and before exchange. That way you can still act on what we find.
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 loft space.
How quickly will I get the report?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. We send it by email with photos included.
Does your survey replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a dedicated roof survey, with a written report and photos. It is not a RICS survey and does not cover the rest of the house.
Tips from our surveys
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Arrange the survey as soon as your offer is agreed
- Ask the agent to make sure the loft hatch can be opened
- Request records of any re-roofing
- Watch for stains or fresh paint on ceilings below the roof
It’s worth sharing the report with your solicitor so they can raise enquiries with the seller’s side. It can prompt questions about past roof work and any paperwork for it, particularly where we’ve found patch repairs.
Check the roof from the garden and the street after a storm. Pieces of slate or tile in the garden mean something has moved. Dealing with them early keeps water out.
What this survey cannot tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
- Whether timbers meet design loads
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings and valleys
- The roof space