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Roof survey in Botley, Hampshire
Roof surveys in Botley from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Worn or blocked valleys
What a roof survey does not cover
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- A full building survey of the property
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
How a roof survey works in Botley
We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, flat roofs and lead flashings, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are flashings that have come away from the wall and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists.
Around Botley, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Botley (SO30)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Botley
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Strong gusts work at anything that isn’t firmly fixed, while rain gets into every gap. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Loose chimney pots
If you own a rental within reach of Botley station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before you book anyone
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What exactly goes into their report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Landlords, agents and block managers in Botley
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Keep the report with your property records
- Photograph stains when they appear
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It shows how the roof has fared over the year, and whether work has done its job.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Compare each report with the last.
What a roof survey looks like in Botley
Botley lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
The streets around a church such as Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you look after a building such as Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Botley is about 1 mile east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Botley as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages.
Roof surveys in SO30 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as High Street, Boswell Close and Bailey Close, and we cover them all. You will find Botley on the A334, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Botley include Boorley Green (1 mile north), Curdridge (2 miles east), Curbridge (2 miles south-east), Durley (2 miles north) and Horton Heath (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Winchester (10 miles north), Gosport (9 miles south-east), Havant (13 miles east), Eastleigh (5 miles north-west), Fareham (6 miles south-east) and Horndean (12 miles east).
Near you in Botley
In Botley, that means homes and buildings near Wildern School, Wildern School and The Dolphin Hotel The Dolphin Public House, among other places. The closest station to Botley is Botley station, about 0.8 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Moorgreen Hospital (2.2 miles north-west) and Netley Castle (4.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Botley include Swanwick Lakes.
Towns and villages near Botley
What else we do in Botley
Botley questions
Is the coastal weather around Botley hard on roofs?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there’s more wind, and more salt in the air. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it typically shows.
Is my home in Botley listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
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.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about one to two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Parking around Botley is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there is safe access.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
How to book
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.