Hampshire · London and the South East
Blackhill Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Roof surveys in Blackhill, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and South East England. Widespread slipping normally points to corroded nails, which we describe in the report.
Chimney stacks
We check the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings of each stack, as far as we can safely see them. Leaning stacks and loose pots are recorded.
How a roof survey works in Blackhill
The report is written for you, in plain language. Each defect is described with photos and a recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. We survey clay and concrete tiles, the roof space and natural slate, and people most frequently book us about valley linings that have cracked or split and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Blackhill (SO51)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Older roofs in small places like Blackhill can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from every safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Booking a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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How we price roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- House, block, shop or office
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Signs you need a roof survey in Blackhill
Flashings seal the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Over time lead flashings split, lift or work loose, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Missing lead is not unusual either, as thieves target it.
Common reasons to book include:
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
For landlords with property near Romsey station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Questions to ask before you book
- What insurance they carry
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
Checking the roof from ground level
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Roof surveys in Blackhill: local notes
Landford Manor, about 2.7 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Blackhill. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. 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.
Take a building like Wellow School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Blackhill is about 4 miles north-west of Totton, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Blackhill, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Roof surveys in SO51 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include East Wellow (1 mile north-east), Canada (1 mile west), West Wellow (1 mile north-west), Wigley (2 miles south-east) and Newbridge (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Winchester (13 miles north-east), Eastleigh (10 miles east), Totton (4 miles south-east), Chandler's Ford (8 miles east), Hedge End (12 miles east) and Lymington (14 miles south).
What’s near Blackhill
In Blackhill, that means homes and buildings near Rockingham Arms and Embley and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Romsey station, about 4 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Tatchbury Mount Hospital (2.9 miles south-east) and King Johns House (3.7 miles north-east). Not far away are Copythorne Common.
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Your questions about roof surveys in Blackhill
Can a landlord with a rental near Romsey station book a roof survey?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Will you come out to Blackhill?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Will you check the loft?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. When they do, water comes straight into the house. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. For older village homes like those around Blackhill, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Blackhill
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Visits on any day of the week
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