London and the South East
Roof Survey in Southampton
Covering 40 places across Southampton for roof surveys, with a written report and photos.
Towns we cover in Southampton
Across Southampton, that means a roof condition survey for homes and buildings. The lists below link to a page for each place, or call 07833 053749 to book.
Largest places
Roof surveys across Southampton: what to expect
We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, which helps with tall or steep roofs. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. Common reasons to book are leaning or weathered chimney stacks and flashings that have come away from the wall, on chimney stacks, clay and concrete tiles and lead flashings.
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. If you have questions on the day, just ask.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
What you will pay
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey
- Plain-English reports with photos
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
How to book
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Near you in Southampton
Around Southampton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Saint Mary's, St Mary's Independent School and Rockstone Place Park, among other places. Other local landmarks include Bevois Town Primary School (less than half a mile west), The Hobbit pub (less than half a mile west) and St Anne's Catholic School (0.6 miles south-west). Southampton has its own railway station: St Denys station. Nearby you’ll also find Marlands Shopping Centre (1 mile south-west) and R J Mitchell Museum (0.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Southampton include Netley Common.
Homes and roofs across Southampton
Older homes across Southampton often keep chimney stacks long after the fires went out, and their flashings and pointing need checking like any other part of the roof. Gutters, valleys and fixings come next.
Several airports in London and South East England have flight restriction zones around them, so every drone flight in Southampton is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Flights that need permission only go ahead once it is given. Parts of Southampton are on or near the coast, where roofs face more wind and more salt in the air than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose.
Southampton: Shop and office owners around Marlands Shopping Centre may find that knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. Take a building like Bevois Town Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Why act early?
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. With a report, you can tackle the urgent jobs first and plan the rest, rather than calling someone out after a storm.
What to check before booking
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
Useful tips for Southampton property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- Stay off ladders and the roof
Keep the report with your property records. It is a useful baseline for future surveys, and it can help when you sell.
Look at your roof from ground level after strong winds. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
How the survey changes by roof type
Concrete interlocking tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They last well, but their surface erodes slowly.
Flat roof coverings
Repeated coatings can hide what’s underneath. If the covering would need opening up to know more, we say so.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Common questions in Southampton
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Southampton?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What do you check on a roof survey?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the roof space where there’s safe access. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.