Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Farringdon, Hampshire
Wondering about the roof at a property in Farringdon? We carry out roof surveys in Farringdon and across Hampshire.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
How a roof survey works in Farringdon
We survey roofs in Farringdon and across London and South East England. We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. We’re insured for professional indemnity and public liability. Each survey ends with a written report, emailed with photographs and recommendations. Houses, flats and commercial buildings all follow the same careful process. When you are ready to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. If you’re worried about torn or sagging underlay and leaning or weathered chimney stacks, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Farringdon are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Farringdon (GU34)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Height and safe access
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- When you need the report by
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What a roof survey looks like in Farringdon
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. The wider area around Farringdon has a long history of building, with Bentworth Hall about 3.7 miles north-west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
For landlords with property near Alton station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of All Saints, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Farringdon is about 3 miles south of Alton, in Hampshire. We cover Farringdon and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Hampshire, we cover Farringdon. There’s also a page for Guildford.
Here we cover the GU34 postcode area for roof surveys. Streets in the area include Hall Lane, Crows Lane and Gaston Lane. Other places close to Farringdon include Upper Farringdon (1 mile north-east), Lower Farringdon (1 mile west), Chawton (2 miles north), Hartley Mauditt (2 miles east) and Alton (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (12 miles north-west), Winchester (15 miles west), Fleet (13 miles north-east), Horndean (14 miles south), Aldershot (14 miles north-east) and Petersfield (8 miles south).
Landmarks near Farringdon
We work in homes and buildings around Rose and Crown Inn. Farringdon’s nearest station is Alton station, roughly 3 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Romany Museum (2.3 miles south-east) and Alton Community Hospital (2 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Selborne Hill.
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Around Farringdon, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Why act early in Farringdon
A small roof defect typically gets bigger. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Finding it early keeps the work smaller. Around Farringdon, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- An independent look at the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Read our cost guide and our case studies.
Common questions in Farringdon
Can a landlord with a rental near Alton station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
How do I find out if my home in Farringdon is listed?
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.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing is not part of our service. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
Yes, we can. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
Do you cover Farringdon for roof surveys?
Yes. We survey roofs in Farringdon and the rest of Hampshire. For a price, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Tips from our surveys
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- File the report with your home documents
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Keep the roof space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Make sure insulation doesn’t block the airflow at the eaves.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Farringdon
Landlords, agents and building managers in Farringdon and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
What we look for on each type of roof
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and South East England. Where several slates have slipped, the cause is frequently nail fatigue, and we say how widespread it looks.
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.