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Roof survey in Brown Candover, Hampshire
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a roof survey in Brown Candover and across Hampshire.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
How a roof survey works in Brown Candover
Across London and South East England, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Every part gets the attention it needs. Typical surveys look at ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, on chimney stacks, natural slate and the roof space.
In a small place like Brown Candover, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
You receive the findings 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
- Brown Candover (SO24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Many Victorian and Edwardian houses have slate roofs. Where several slates have slipped, the cause is often nail fatigue, which we describe in the report.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted.
What a roof survey looks like in Brown Candover
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
If you own a rental within reach of Micheldever station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. The streets around a church such as Church of St Peter are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Brown Candover is about 9 miles south of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Brown Candover, we can carry out roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Roof surveys in SO24 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer roof surveys to properties on Spybush Lane, Bryces Lane and Gravel Close and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Brown Candover: Totford (1 mile south-west), Northington (1 mile south-west), Preston Candover (2 miles north-east), Upper Wield (3 miles east) and Old Alresford (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (9 miles north), Winchester (9 miles south-west), Eastleigh (15 miles south-west), Andover (14 miles west), Chandler's Ford (15 miles south-west) and Alton (9 miles east).
What’s near Brown Candover
In Brown Candover, that means homes and buildings near The Woolpack Inn, among other places. Brown Candover’s nearest station is Micheldever station, about 4.4 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Barton Castle (2.7 miles east).
What we cannot see
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Brown Candover
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
Checking the roof from the ground
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.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
What affects the price in Brown Candover
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to tell us when you get in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Brown Candover
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
Brown Candover questions
Is my home in Brown Candover listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can a landlord with a rental near Micheldever station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It is not a structural engineer’s report and doesn’t include calculations.
What do you check on a roof survey?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, along with the loft where it is safe. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Report times depend on the package.
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How it works
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, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older roofs in small places like Brown Candover 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.
- You tell us about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
To get a price for roof surveys in Brown Candover, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.