Hampshire · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Widley
An experienced roof surveyor for pre-purchase roof surveys in Widley. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
Local roofs and buyers in Widley
Widley lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, so exposed details get a careful look whether you’re buying or signing off new work. About 3.7 miles east lies Warblington Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Widley has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take an older house close to Christ Church: a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Widley is about 1 mile south-west of Purbrook, in Hampshire. In Widley, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Hampshire coverage includes Widley.
Every address in PO7 and PO6 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys. Local streets include Lily Avenue, Park Avenue and Hoylake Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Widley include Purbrook Heath (1 mile north), Drayton (1 mile south), Farlington (1 mile south-east), Purbrook (1 mile north-east) and Cosham (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Gosport (6 miles south-west), Havant (3 miles east), Eastleigh (15 miles north-west), Fareham (6 miles west), Horndean (4 miles north-east) and Hedge End (12 miles west).
Landmarks near Widley
We work in homes and buildings around Springfield School, Solent Junior School and George Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Widley is Cosham station, about 1.3 miles south-west. A little further out are Portchester Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Queen Alexandra Hospital (1 mile south-west). Green spaces nearby include Portsdown Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Widley
A roof report gives you something solid to take back to the seller or the agent. You can ask about the roof’s history, ask for repairs before completion or rethink the price. What the seller agrees to is up to them, but you will be negotiating from a clear picture rather than a hunch. It can also help you decide whether the purchase is still right for you. We are often asked to look into cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing and gutters choked with leaves and moss, on natural slate, lead flashings and valleys and the roof space.
In a village or hamlet like Widley, 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. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Widley (PO7, PO6)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- 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
Nearby places to Widley
Other services in Widley
Landlords, agents and block managers in Widley
Landlords and letting agents in Widley book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Common roof problems in Widley
Many roofs have had quick fixes over the years. Bitumen painted over a flashing, mortar where lead should be, or a few tiles that don’t match can point to a problem that keeps coming back. We note what we see so you can ask about it.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- A ridge or slope that dips
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
For landlords with property near Cosham station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- When you’ll get the report
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
What affects the price in Widley
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The size of the roof
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What made you get in touch
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Widley, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes about one to two hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. In a small place like Widley, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you’re buying.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Standard and Premium surveys add the extra checks they include.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Questions from Widley
Do you cover smaller places like Widley?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is my home in Widley listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
What insurance do you have?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Is this the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We survey the roof, not the whole building, and it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It works alongside a home survey.
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a pre-purchase roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Ask for loft access on the day
- Ask the seller about past roof repairs
- Don’t leave it until just before exchange
- Check the lease for roof repair responsibilities
Your report arrives by email, with photos of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are set out in plain English, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Look in the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Damp patches, daylight through the roof or water stains on timbers are worth noting. Photos help if you later need a roofer or another survey.