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Roof survey in Chilworth, Southampton
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Chilworth, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Let us know about past leaks
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. It makes the next steps much clearer.
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.
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Chilworth
The report is written for you, in plain language. Every issue comes with photos and a written 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. Each report is emailed to you. Typical surveys look at condensation or damp timbers in the loft and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching, on ridges, hips and valleys, natural slate and lead flashings.
In a village or hamlet like Chilworth, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often 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. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Where
- Chilworth (SO16)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
We check the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings of each stack. We note any lean or loose pots.
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails holding it frequently fail long before the slate. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Chilworth, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- 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 is safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Let us know about parking near the property
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Local roofs in Chilworth
Chilworth is within about 4 miles of the coast, 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 high wind or heavy rain. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Historic houses such as South Stoneham House, about 2 miles south-east, show how far back building around Chilworth goes. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Cantell School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Living close to Lakeside Country Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Chilworth is about 2 miles south-west of Chandler's Ford, in Southampton. Chilworth is one of many places we visit across Southampton, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Chilworth is one of the towns and villages in Southampton we cover for roof surveys.
Surveys in SO16 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer roof surveys to properties on Heatherlands Road, Roman Road and Pinelands Road. We also cover the places around Chilworth: Chilworth Old Village (1 mile north-west), Bassett (1 mile south), Lordswood (1 mile south-west), Highfield (2 miles south) and North Baddesley (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Southampton (3 miles south), Shirley (3 miles south), Regents Park (3 miles south-west), Townhill Park (3 miles south-east), Midanbury (3 miles south-east) and Thornhill (4 miles south-east).
Around Chilworth
In Chilworth, that means homes and buildings near Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton and Lakeside Country Park and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Swaythling station, about 1.9 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Eastleigh Museum (2.5 miles east) and Marlands Shopping Centre (3.6 miles south). Not far away are Flexford Nature Reserve.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. For older village homes like those around Chilworth, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
For a price for your roof in Chilworth, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Plain-English reports with photos
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Common questions in Chilworth
Is Chilworth within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is my home in Chilworth 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. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain is usually fine; heavy rain and wind are different. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It isn’t a structural engineer’s report and doesn’t include calculations.
Can you check whether my roof contains 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.
Places near Chilworth
Other services in Chilworth
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and letting agents in Chilworth book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.