Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in East Boldre
Independent roof surveys in East Boldre. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Why get it checked now?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. A survey sets a baseline, so you can compare it next time. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book us in East Boldre
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
How a roof survey works in East Boldre
Our roof surveys cover East Boldre 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. When you are ready to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’re often asked to look into flashings that have come away from the wall and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, on natural slate, ridges, hips and valleys and flat roofs.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- East Boldre (SO42)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near East Boldre
Also in East Boldre
What we cannot see
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Asbestos testing of any kind
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in East Boldre
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
Common questions in East Boldre
Is my home in East Boldre listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you come out to East Boldre?
Yes. East Boldre is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
What does a roof survey include?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Are you insured?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. It is emailed to you.
What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Older rural homes like those around East Boldre can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
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Roof surveys around East Boldre
East Boldre lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. 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.
If you own a rental within reach of Beaulieu Road station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Beaulieu Village Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Beaulieu Palace House, about 1.3 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around East Boldre. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
East Boldre is about 5 miles north-east of Lymington, in Hampshire. We provide roof surveys for homes and businesses in East Boldre and nearby. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: SO42. If you need a roof survey at a property on Sweyns Lease, Chapel Lane and Warton Close or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around East Boldre: Furzey Lodge (1 mile north), Beaulieu (1 mile north-east), Bailey's Hard (1 mile east), The Hummicks (2 miles east) and Dibden Purlieu (4 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (14 miles east), Eastleigh (12 miles north-east), Fareham (12 miles east), Totton (8 miles north), Chandler's Ford (13 miles north) and Hedge End (11 miles north-east).
Landmarks near East Boldre
Around East Boldre, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Turfcutters Arms. The nearest railway station is Beaulieu Road station, about 3.8 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Lymington New Forest Hospital (4.1 miles south-west) and Beaulieu Abbey And Display Of Monastic Life (1.4 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Boldre Foreshore.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It shows how the roof has fared over the year.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Each report gives a record to compare against.
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in East Boldre and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.