Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Roof survey in Arreton, Isle of Wight
Need a roof survey in Arreton? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Loose chimney pots
Honest limits
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
Roof survey in Arreton: what you get
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages frequently have flat roofs. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, including signs of standing water, splits and tired upstands. Flat roofs frequently need attention long before the main roof. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. Typical surveys look at worn or blocked valleys and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, across natural slate, clay and concrete tiles and ridges, hips and valleys.
In a small place like Arreton, 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. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Arreton (PO30)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Also in Arreton
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaks rarely show up right away. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. From inside the loft space, we can often spot it sooner. In a small place like Arreton, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What you get with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Photographs and a written report every time
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Common questions in Arreton
Do you cover smaller places like Arreton?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Is my home in Arreton listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What happens on the day
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. The survey typically takes about one to two hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older roofs in small places like Arreton can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Arreton
Arreton is within about 4 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. A number of the island’s villages keep thatched roofs on older buildings, and nowhere on the island is far from the sea. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Arreton Manor, about 0.5 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Arreton. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. The streets around a church like St. George's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. For landlords with property near Sandown station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Arreton is about 3 miles south-east of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. Arreton is one of many places we visit across the Isle of Wight, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
All of PO30 is within our area for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on Cherrywood View, Hopkins Walk and Hazely Combe or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Arreton include Merstone (1 mile south-west), Downend (1 mile north), Hale Common (1 mile south), Newchurch (1 mile south-east) and Branstone (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (3 miles north-west), Ryde (5 miles north-east), Cowes (7 miles north-west), Sandown (4 miles east), Shanklin (4 miles south-east) and Ventnor (5 miles south). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so let us know where you are when booking.
What’s near Arreton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The White Lion pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Sandown station, roughly 3.4 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Museum of Country And Agriculture (0.5 miles south-east) and Carisbrooke Castle (3.5 miles west). Not far away are Alverstone Mead and Brading Down.
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
We email the report to you. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Each finding is set out in plain English, with recommendations.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Compare each report with the last.
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Arreton
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.