Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Fareham, Hampshire
Roof surveys in Fareham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Roof survey in Fareham
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages often have flat roofs in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, including signs of standing water, splits and tired upstands. Flat roofs often need attention long before the main roof. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, natural slate and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are blocked, sagging or leaking gutters and worn lead at chimneys and abutments.
In a town like Fareham, older houses with slate or clay tile roofs normally sit alongside later estates with concrete tiles. Older homes often keep chimney stacks long after the fireplaces went, and their flashings and pointing still matter. Later houses have their own typical faults, from loose ridge tiles to blocked gutters.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Fareham (PO16, PO14, PO15, SO31)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. On timing, it usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. A survey in Fareham needs access inside and out, including the loft hatch and any rooms with damp. If there is a side gate or a rear garden, let us know how to reach it. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Roof surveys around Fareham
Fareham is within about 2 miles of the coast, where wind off 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. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
If you run a business near Fareham Shopping Centre, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. For an older house near a landmark like St John The Evangelist, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Fareham is about 10 miles south-east of Southampton, in Hampshire. If you are in Fareham, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across Hampshire, we cover Fareham and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Portsmouth.
All of PO16, PO14, PO15 and SO31 is covered for roof surveys. Streets in the area include Delme Square, High Street and Brookmeadow, all of which we cover. With the A27 and A32 close by, Fareham is simple for us to get to for roof surveys. Other places close to Fareham include Fareham Common (1 mile east), Wallington (1 mile east), North Fareham (1 mile north-east), Peel Common (2 miles south) and Welborne (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (15 miles north), Gosport (4 miles south-east), Havant (9 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles north-west), Horndean (9 miles north-east) and Totton (14 miles west). Being one of Hampshire’s larger places, Fareham has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Near you in Fareham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Wykeham House School, The Lord Arthur Lee pub and Fareham Academy, among other places. Fareham has its own railway station: Fareham station. A little further out are Carron Row Farm Museum (1.7 miles west) and Knowle Hospital (2 miles north). Open spaces near Fareham include Portsdown Hill and West of the River Alver.
Signs you need a roof survey in Fareham
Slates and tiles often outlast the fixings that hold them. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot, letting tiles move.
People typically book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
If you own a rental within reach of Fareham station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What the survey won’t cover
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Many Victorian and Edwardian houses have slate roofs. Widespread slipping typically points to corroded nails, which we describe in the report.
Flat roof coverings
Repeated coatings can hide what’s underneath. If the covering would need opening up to know more, we say so.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Fareham
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Fareham. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Nearby places to Fareham
What else we do in Fareham
Useful tips for Fareham property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- File the report with your home documents
- Let us know about past leaks
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. They’ll see each defect and its location, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Your questions about roof surveys in Fareham
Are there drone restrictions around Fareham?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Fareham is about 3 miles from Solent Airport, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
I let a flat near Fareham station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
How much does a roof survey cost in Fareham?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before you book, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
How soon is the report ready?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as a figure. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it’s wearing, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are checked from your side.