Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Funtley, Hampshire
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out roof surveys in Funtley.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
Roof survey in Funtley
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. They’re included alongside the main roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof normally wears out sooner than a pitched one. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. We survey the roof space, natural slate and clay and concrete tiles, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and gutters that overflow in heavy rain.
Somewhere as small as Funtley, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Funtley (PO15, PO17, PO16)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Funtley
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building, particularly near trees.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Worn or blocked valleys
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Fareham Shopping Centre, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
What to check before booking
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What the survey will not cover
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Nearby places to Funtley
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How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older roofs in small places like Funtley can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there is safe access.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Common questions in Funtley
How do I find out if my home in Funtley 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 are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Funtley?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Will you climb onto the roof?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. We also use views from ground level, windows and the loft space.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
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 it applies.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. An overflow there sends water indoors. We check them before they cause trouble. In a place like Funtley, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Funtley
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Visits on any day of the week
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
What a roof survey looks like in Funtley
Funtley is within about 3 miles of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Landlords with a home close to Fareham station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Francis, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Funtley is about 1 mile north of Fareham, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Funtley and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: PO15, PO17 and PO16. If you need a roof survey at a property on Funtley Road, Stag Way and Roebuck Avenue or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Knowle (1 mile north), Heathfield (1 mile south), Tapnage (1 mile north), Catisfield (2 miles south-west) and Titchfield Park (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Winchester (14 miles north), Gosport (5 miles south-east), Havant (10 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Horndean (9 miles east) and Totton (13 miles west).
Around Funtley
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Henry Cort Community College and The Miners Arms and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Fareham station, roughly 1.4 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Carron Row Farm Museum (1.5 miles south-west) and Fareham Shopping Centre (1.7 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Portsdown Hill and Swanwick Lakes.
What affects the price in Funtley
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- House, block, shop or office
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Felt flat roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We check its condition and the signs of age.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Ridge and verge mortar on concrete tile roofs can crack and fall away. Loose ridges and gaps in the mortar are recorded, as wind can lift them.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Funtley
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Funtley. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Landlords and agents in Funtley book surveys as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.