Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Gosport, Hampshire
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- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Loose chimney pots
Gosport homes and their roofs
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council. 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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For landlords with property near Chandlers Ford station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mark, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Gosport is about 2 miles east of Romsey, in Hampshire. Gosport gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Roof surveys in SO51 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Gosport: Ampfield (1 mile north-east), Crampmoor (1 mile west), Knapp (1 mile north-east), Broadgate (1 mile east) and Lower Slackstead (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Winchester (6 miles north-east), Eastleigh (5 miles south-east), Fareham (15 miles south-east), Andover (14 miles north), Totton (7 miles south-west) and Hedge End (8 miles south-east).
What’s near Gosport
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to White Horse Public House and The Mountbatten School and the streets around them. Gosport’s nearest station is Chandlers Ford station, about 2.6 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include King Johns House (2.9 miles west) and Romsey Community Hospital (2.2 miles west). For a walk, there is Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
How a roof survey works in Gosport
Our roof surveys cover Gosport and the wider South East. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends. We are insured for professional indemnity and public liability, and bring 20+ years’ experience. Each survey ends with a written report, emailed with photographs and recommendations. Whether it’s a house, a flat or a commercial building, the process is the same. To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Common reasons to book are gutters that overflow in heavy rain and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, on lead flashings, natural slate and chimney stacks.
Some older homes in villages like Gosport are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Gosport (SO51)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Do you need a roof survey in Gosport?
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable roofing membranes came into use 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.
Look out for signs like these:
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
If you look after a building such as Ampfield Church of England Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Questions to ask before booking
- What exactly goes into their report
- What the survey will not cover
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. For a village or hamlet like Gosport, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- 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.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there is safe access.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Gosport
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Nearby places to Gosport
What else we do in Gosport
Checking the roof from ground level
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
Different roofs, different checks
Concrete interlocking tiles
Many post-war houses have concrete interlocking tiles. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but their surfaces weather over the years.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Handmade and machine-made clay tiles are long-lasting. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
Your questions about roof surveys in Gosport
Is Gosport within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Is my home in Gosport listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
How do I book a survey in Gosport?
Just phone 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
How long does the visit take?
The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We will talk about access when booking.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Booking your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.