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Roof survey in Cosham, Portsmouth
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Cosham and the rest of Portsmouth. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
What we’re asked to look at in Cosham
Some damage starts inside the roof space. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up in the loft, and the damp gets into timbers and insulation. It can look like a leak, and it needs a different fix.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Philip, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Cosham
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, others want a check before selling or after years without one. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. Common reasons to book are lifted, split or missing lead flashings and cracked or blistered flat roof coverings, on flat roofs, clay and concrete tiles and ridges, hips and valleys.
Around Cosham, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls, and moss holds water against tiles. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from the ground.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Place
- Cosham (PO6, PO3, PO2)
- Wider area
- Portsmouth
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Cosham
What else we do in Cosham
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
We email the report to you. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Each report gives a record to compare against.
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- A structural engineer’s report
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
What we do, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a survey in Cosham, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there is safe access.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Keep pets in another room
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
What affects the cost of roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Booking your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
For a price for roof surveys in Cosham, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Cosham questions
Is the coastal weather around Cosham hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Cosham is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Cosham?
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 carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. Our report notes any materials that might, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only where it’s safe to do so. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the roof space. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
What does a roof survey include?
All the main parts of the roof: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Why it is worth a survey now in Cosham
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. Around Cosham, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, particularly where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- Every finding written up with photos
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Prices that include VAT
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Roof surveys in Cosham: local notes
Cosham is within about 1 mile of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. With Warblington Castle about 4.4 miles east, Cosham sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Shop and office owners around Tricorn Centre may find that knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. Living close to Alexandra Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Cosham is about 2 miles south-west of Purbrook, in Portsmouth. Bookings from Cosham are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our area takes in places right across Portsmouth, from the larger towns to small villages.
Surveys in PO6, PO3 and PO2 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer roof surveys to properties on Dean Road, Park Lane and Elgin Road. With the A397 close by, Cosham is simple for us to get to. We also cover Wymering (1 mile north-west), Hilsea (1 mile south), Drayton (1 mile east), Widley (1 mile north-east) and Paulsgrove (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Southsea (4 miles south), Milton (3 miles south), Landport (3 miles south), Portsea (3 miles south-west), Portsmouth Point (4 miles south-west) and Fratton (3 miles south).
Near you in Cosham
In Cosham, that means homes and buildings near The First Post pub, Alexandra Park and Springfield School, among other places. There’s a railway station in Cosham itself: Cosham station. Well-known places in the area include Tricorn Centre (2.9 miles south) and World War I Remembrance Centre (1 mile south-east). Open spaces near Cosham include Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.