Hampshire · London and the South East
Warborne Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for pre-purchase roof surveys in Warborne. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
What we’re asked to look at in Warborne
Patch repairs are common on roofs of every age. Bitumen painted over a flashing, mortar where lead should be, or a few tiles that do not match can point to a problem that keeps coming back. Our report records them so you can ask the seller what was done and when.
People normally book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Blocked or leaking gutters
The streets around a church such as Saint Nicholas Chapel are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Questions to ask before you book
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What follow-up you get after the report
- When you’ll get the report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Pre-purchase roof survey in Warborne
Many older houses carry decades of roof repairs. Slates slip when their nails corrode, lead valleys and flashings wear, and chimney pointing crumbles. Little of that is easy to judge from the pavement on a viewing. Our survey picks it out, with photos so you can see it for yourself. We explain each finding in plain English, so you know what it means for the house you are buying. We survey chimney stacks, natural slate and the roof space, and common reasons people get in touch are roof slopes that look uneven or sagging and standing water on a flat extension roof.
Somewhere as small as Warborne, 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. 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.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Warborne (SO41)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older rural homes like those around Warborne can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- 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.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Worn or cracked lead lets water straight into the roof, and lead is also a target for theft.
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual one, and it isn’t a flue or gas safety check. We’ll say if the flue needs a specialist.
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Warborne
Warborne lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you let a flat or house near Lymington Town station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one. Beaulieu Palace House, about 4.9 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Warborne. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy.
Warborne is about 1 mile north of Lymington, in Hampshire. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Warborne. Our Hampshire coverage includes Warborne. Southampton is in our area too.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in SO41 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Warborne: Pilley (1 mile north-east), Boldre (1 mile north-west), Portmore (1 mile east), Pilley Bailey (1 mile north-east) and Bull Hill (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Totton (10 miles north), Hedge End (14 miles north-east), Romsey (15 miles north), Hythe (8 miles north-east), New Milton (5 miles west) and Ringwood (12 miles north-west).
Around Warborne
Around Warborne, our work takes us to homes and buildings near William Gilpin Church of England Primary School, Priestlands School and Walhampton Arms. Warborne’s nearest station is Lymington Town station, about 1 mile south. Nearby you’ll also find St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (1.2 miles south) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (0.5 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Boldre Foreshore.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The roof’s overall size
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Height and safe access
For a price for your roof in Warborne, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- The address and postcode of the property
- What’s prompted the survey
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Warborne, ring 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Common questions in Warborne
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Warborne?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
How do I find out if my home in Warborne is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
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. What the seller agrees to is their decision, so we cannot promise any saving.
How soon is the report ready?
That depends on which survey you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Let us know your exchange date and we’ll help you choose.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it usually takes about 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
Why act early in Warborne
Once you exchange, the roof’s problems become yours. Before then, you can still ask questions, ask for work to be done or reconsider. A survey after you’ve moved in tells you the same things, but with far less room to act on them. For an older or listed building in a place like Warborne, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Every price we give includes VAT. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why us?
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- An independent look at the roof
- Every finding written up with photos
- Prices that include VAT