Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Roof survey in Apse Heath, Isle of Wight
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across Apse Heath, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Loose chimney pots
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
How a roof survey works in Apse Heath
We survey roofs in Apse Heath and across London and South East England. Visits run on any day of the week. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and bring 20+ years’ experience. Each survey ends with a written report, emailed with photos and recommendations. Houses, flats and commercial buildings all follow the same careful process. To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. If you are worried about loose ridge or hip tiles and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Apse Heath, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Apse Heath (PO36)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Apse Heath
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Apse Heath
Apse Heath lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. A number of the island’s villages keep thatched roofs on older buildings, and the whole island is open to sea air and wind. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For landlords with property near Shanklin station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Anyone responsible for a site like Sandown Bay Academy will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Apse Heath is about 6 miles south-east of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We provide roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Apse Heath and the surrounding area. Our the Isle of Wight coverage includes Apse Heath. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
We work across PO36 for roof surveys and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on Ventnor Road, The Brambles and Newport Road and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Princelett (1 mile south-west), Branstone (1 mile north-west), Winford (1 mile north), Hale Common (1 mile north-west) and Whiteley Bank (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Newport (6 miles north-west), Ryde (6 miles north), Cowes (9 miles north-west), Ventnor (3 miles south), East Cowes (8 miles north-west) and Oakfield (6 miles north). For harder-to-reach addresses, a little more planning is needed.
What’s near Apse Heath
Apse Heath’s nearest station is Shanklin station, roughly 1.3 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Wight Aviation Museum (1 mile north-east) and Sandown Castle (2.6 miles east). For a walk, there is Stenbury Down and Alverstone Mead.
What this survey can’t tell you
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- An exact number of years the roof has left
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
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What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The size of the roof
Every price we give includes VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Signs you need a roof survey in Apse Heath
Not every roof problem comes from outside. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, and the damp gets into timbers and insulation. It is frequently mistaken for a leak.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Historic houses like Haseley Manor, about 1.8 miles north-west, show how far back building around Apse Heath goes. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- When you’ll get the report
Useful tips for Apse Heath property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Let us know about past leaks
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Compare each report with the last.
How it works
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere like Apse Heath needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Apse Heath: your questions answered
Are there drone restrictions around Apse Heath?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Apse Heath is about 2 miles from Sandown Airport, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Is my home in Apse Heath listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only when it’s safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
We don’t give a number of years. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
What does a roof survey include?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the loft space where there’s safe access. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
How long does the visit take?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Report times depend on the package.