Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Bentworth, Hampshire
A careful look at the roof at your property in Bentworth, with photographs and a written report.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bentworth
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. The Basic Survey gives a visual inspection, photos and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Every package includes a written report. If you are worried about blocked, sagging or leaking gutters and debris building up in roof valleys, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on natural slate, lead flashings and the roof space alike.
Somewhere as small as Bentworth, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Location
- Bentworth (GU34)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. In a small place like Bentworth, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Bentworth
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Bentworth questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Alton station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the building.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bentworth?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you work in Bentworth?
Yes. We cover Bentworth and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
How long does the visit take?
The visit usually takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. We’ll give you an idea of timing when you book.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Bentworth homes and their roofs
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Bentworth is about 3 miles from Lasham Airfield. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you own a rental within reach of Alton station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Hall Place, about 0.2 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bentworth. If your house is among the older ones, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up.
Bentworth is about 3 miles west of Alton, in Hampshire. We cover Bentworth and the rest of Hampshire. Our Hampshire coverage includes Bentworth and the places around it. You can also see our page for Reading.
Surveys in GU34 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a roof survey at a property on Village Street, Church Street and Drury Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Holt End (1 mile south-west), Thedden (1 mile south-east), Wivelrod (1 mile south-east), New Copse (1 mile south-west) and Beech (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Basingstoke (8 miles north), Winchester (13 miles south-west), Farnborough (15 miles north-east), Fleet (12 miles north-east), Aldershot (14 miles north-east) and Alton (3 miles east).
Landmarks near Bentworth
We work in homes and buildings around The Star Inn and the streets around them. Bentworth’s nearest station is Alton station, about 3.5 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Barton Castle (3.2 miles south-west) and Gliding Heritage Centre (2.2 miles north-east). The countryside around Bentworth includes King's Hill.
What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What else we do in Bentworth
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Which survey package you book
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
For a price for your roof in Bentworth, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The address and postcode of the property
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Keep the report with your property records
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
File the report with your other home documents. It gives you something to compare against later, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Do you need a roof survey in Bentworth?
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors, especially near trees.
We are often asked to look at:
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
If you look after a building like St Mary's Bentworth Church of England Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their report turnaround times