Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Chalton
Roof surveys across Chalton, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photos.
- Loose chimney pots
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Keep the report with your property records
Keep the report with your property records. It is a useful baseline for future surveys, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Compare each report with the last.
How a roof survey works in Chalton
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, natural slate and the roof space, and common reasons people get in touch are flashings that have come away from the wall and loose ridge or hip tiles.
In a village or hamlet like Chalton, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The written findings come 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.
- Location
- Chalton (PO8)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The size of the roof
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- When you need the report by
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Common questions in Chalton
How do I find out if my home in Chalton is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Rowlands Castle station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the roof space. On Premium, a drone is used where it applies.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. Our report notes any materials that might, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
How long does the visit take?
Allow roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. We will give you an idea of timing as you book.
Also near Chalton
Other services in Chalton
Landlords, agents and block managers in Chalton
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
What this survey can’t tell you
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
What we do, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit usually takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Chalton, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
How to book
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Chalton homes and their roofs
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. The wider area around Chalton has a long history of building, with Uppark about 3.2 miles east. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Michael, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Homes near green spaces such as Ditcham Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
Chalton is about 3 miles north-east of Horndean, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Chalton across London and South East England. Chalton is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for roof surveys. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the PO8 postcode area for roof surveys. We also cover Blendworth (2 miles south-west), Buriton (3 miles north), Forestside (3 miles south-east), West Marden (3 miles south-east) and Weston (4 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Gosport (12 miles south-west), Havant (5 miles south), Fareham (12 miles south-west), Horndean (3 miles south-west), Alton (15 miles north) and Hedge End (15 miles west).
Local landmarks in Chalton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ditcham Park and the streets around them. Chalton’s nearest station is Rowlands Castle station, about 3.1 miles south. A little further out are Clanfield Earthwork (1.2 miles north-west) and Petersfield Community Hospital (4.7 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Windmill Hill.
Signs you need a roof survey in Chalton
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Over time lead flashings split, lift or work loose, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Lead is also a target for theft.
Look out for signs like these:
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
If you let a flat or house near Rowlands Castle station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the price includes VAT