Hampshire · London and the South East
Binley Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across Binley, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Standing water on a flat roof
About our roof survey in Binley
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it’s safe to get in. You get a written report with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. Common reasons to book are standing water on a flat roof and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, across clay and concrete tiles, lead flashings and flat roofs.
Somewhere as small as Binley, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Binley (SP11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Binley
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from the ground. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or to a real problem being missed. We tell you what’s really needed. For an older or listed building in a place like Binley, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 20+ years’ experience
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Prices that include VAT
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Local roofs in Binley
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. About 3.8 miles north-east lies Highclere Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Binley has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Binley is about 6 miles north-east of Andover, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Binley, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Binley is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover. There’s also a page for Reading.
We work across SP11 for roof surveys. You will find streets like Binley Bottom and Long Hedge Drove. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Wadwick (1 mile east), St Mary Bourne (2 miles south), Cole Henley (3 miles south-east), Whitchurch (4 miles south-east) and Hurstbourne Priors (4 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (13 miles east), Winchester (15 miles south), Andover (6 miles south-west), Tadley (12 miles north-east), Hyde (15 miles south) and Popley (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Binley
Binley’s nearest station is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, roughly 3.6 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Andover War Memorial Hospital (5.9 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Sidown Hill.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded.
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails holding it often fail long before the slate. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates.
Towns and villages near Binley
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Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Photograph stains when they appear
- File the report with your home documents
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. It is a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Checking the roof from ground level
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Common roof problems in Binley
Slates and tiles often outlast the fixings that hold them. On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip, which is known as ‘nail fatigue’. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone, letting tiles move.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
If you own a rental within reach of Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Questions to ask before you book
- What experience they bring
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Their insurance cover
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
How it works
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Somewhere as small as Binley, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Related advice
Your questions about roof surveys in Binley
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Binley?
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.
Will you come out to Binley?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
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.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Report times depend on the package.