Hampshire · London and the South East
Firgo Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Firgo, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Roof surveys in Firgo: local notes
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Testbourne Community School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you let a flat or house near Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Firgo is about 6 miles east of Andover, in Hampshire. In Firgo, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Firgo is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for roof surveys. There is also a page for Southampton.
All of RG28 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover Hurstbourne Priors (2 miles north-west), Whitchurch (2 miles north), Wells-in-the-Field (2 miles north-east), Freefolk (3 miles north-east) and Cole Henley (4 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Basingstoke (11 miles north-east), Winchester (10 miles south), Andover (6 miles west), Chandler's Ford (15 miles south), Tadley (13 miles north-east) and Hyde (9 miles south).
Around Firgo
The closest station to Firgo is Whitchurch (Hampshire) station, roughly 2.4 miles north.
About our roof survey in Firgo
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. 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. We survey natural slate, flat roofs and ridges, hips and valleys, and people most often book us about gutters that overflow in heavy rain and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone.
In a small place like Firgo, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Firgo (RG28)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Firgo
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
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Why act early in Firgo
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. A survey sets a baseline, which makes later changes easy to spot. Older and listed buildings around Firgo may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why book with us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys on any day of the week
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Common roof problems in Firgo
What’s under the slates or tiles is as important as the coverings themselves. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
Common reasons to book include:
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Loose chimney pots
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What the survey will not cover
Prices for roof surveys in Firgo
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
How it works
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older roofs in small places like Firgo can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
For a price for roof surveys in Firgo, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. We will tell you if the flue needs a specialist.
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.
Common questions in Firgo
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Whitchurch (Hampshire) station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Firgo?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We do not give a number of years. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it’s wearing, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
Yes, we can. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It is not a structural engineer’s report and doesn’t include calculations.