Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Charlwood, Hampshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Charlwood. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: 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.
About our roof survey in Charlwood
Our roof surveys cover Charlwood and the wider South East. We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and bring 20+ years’ experience. You get a written report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. Houses, flats and commercial buildings all follow the same careful process. To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. If you’ve noticed loose ridge or hip tiles and flashings that have come away from the wall, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Charlwood, 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. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Charlwood (SO24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near Charlwood
What else we do in Charlwood
Signs you need a roof survey in Charlwood
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Torn or sagging felt lets water through.
Common reasons to book include:
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Historic houses such as Bentworth Hall, about 4.8 miles north, show how far back building around Charlwood goes. If your house is among the older ones, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up.
Questions to ask before you book
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What happens after the report arrives
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a hamlet or village like Charlwood, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Why act early in Charlwood
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from the ground. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or miss the fault that matters. We tell you what’s really needed. In a small place like Charlwood, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Weekday and weekend surveys
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
What we need to know
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Roof surveys around Charlwood
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For an older house near a landmark like Monkwood Mission Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Charlwood is about 6 miles south-west of Alton, in Hampshire. We visit Charlwood as part of our work across Hampshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Charlwood is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire we cover for roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
We cover every part of the SO24 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. Other places close to Charlwood include Monkwood (1 mile south-west), Kitwood (1 mile north-west), Gilbert Street (1 mile north-west), Ropley (2 miles west) and West Tisted (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (13 miles north), Winchester (12 miles west), Havant (15 miles south), Eastleigh (15 miles south-west), Horndean (12 miles south) and Alton (6 miles north-east).
Around Charlwood
A little further out are Alton Community Hospital (4.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Charlwood include Red Hill and Shutts Copse.
Honest limits
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
Common questions in Charlwood
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Charlwood?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is Charlwood in the area you cover?
Yes, Charlwood is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Charlwood as anywhere else.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We do not put a figure on it, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
How long will you be at the property?
The visit typically takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.