Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Upper Kingston
A roof survey before you buy a house or flat for Upper Kingston, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Upper Kingston
A full home survey looks at the whole property, and the roof is only one part of it. Our survey is not a RICS survey, and it doesn’t replace one. What it adds is a closer look at the roof alone, with photos and written recommendations you can act on. You can have both if you want the fullest picture. Typical surveys look at quick fixes on flashings and valleys and standing water on a flat extension roof, across natural slate, gutters and downpipes and the roof space.
In a village or hamlet like Upper Kingston, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, 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.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Upper Kingston (BH24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in Upper Kingston
The wider area around Upper Kingston has a long history of building, with Avon Tyrrell House about 2.6 miles south-east. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
The streets around a church like Trinity Congregational Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Upper Kingston is in Hampshire. Whether the building in Upper Kingston is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
We cover every part of BH24 for pre-purchase roof surveys and the streets around it. Close by, we survey roofs in Crow (1 mile east), Hightown (1 mile north-east), Bagnum (1 mile south-east), Ringwood (1 mile north) and Poulner (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Totton (13 miles north-east), Lymington (11 miles south-east), New Milton (7 miles south-east), Barton on Sea (8 miles south-east), Marchwood (15 miles east) and Ashley (7 miles south-east).
What’s near Upper Kingston
In Upper Kingston, that means homes and buildings near Ringwood School and The Elm Tree Inn, among other places. Nearby you will also find St Leonard's Hospital (3.8 miles west). Open spaces near Upper Kingston include Blashford Lakes and Linbrook Lake.
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Somewhere like Upper Kingston needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- After your offer is agreed, you book and share your timetable.
- Access to the house and the loft space is agreed beforehand.
- 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.
- The report is emailed with photos and recommendations, ready to use before exchange.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Many leaks start at a flashing, so we look at each one closely. Any that need attention are photographed and explained.
Flat roofs
Flat roofs on extensions, dormers and garages are easy to forget about. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We look for signs of age and failure.
What affects the price in Upper Kingston
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Booking your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Upper Kingston
Is Upper Kingston in the area you cover?
Yes, Upper Kingston is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Do you cover smaller places like Upper Kingston?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access as you book.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions are not right we’ll arrange another day with you.
Will the roof report help me negotiate with the seller?
Yes. You might ask for work to be done, ask questions or ask for a change to the price. The outcome is between you and the seller.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Is this the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a dedicated roof survey, and you get a written report with photos. It does not cover the rest of the property, which a RICS survey does.
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Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Watch for stains or fresh paint on ceilings below the roof
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
- Give your solicitor a copy of the report
- Ask the agent to make sure the loft hatch can be opened
After you move in, keep the report somewhere safe. Deal with the urgent items first, and use the photos as a record of how the roof looked when you bought. The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up.
After you move in, have leaves and moss cleared from gutters and valleys, especially after autumn. Blocked gutters cause much of the damp we see. Get a professional in rather than climbing up yourself.
When you need someone else
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- A valuation or a promise of a lower price
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
Landlord and commercial surveys in Upper Kingston
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.