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Roof survey in Great Thorness, Isle of Wight
We carry out roof surveys in Great Thorness and the rest of the Isle of Wight. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Great Thorness
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Great Thorness, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. About 3 miles south lies Swainston Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Great Thorness has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Great Thorness is about 3 miles south-west of Cowes, in the Isle of Wight. Great Thorness gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our the Isle of Wight coverage includes Great Thorness. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
We cover every part of PO31 for roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Porchfield (1 mile south-west), Locksgreen (1 mile south-west), Rew Street (2 miles north-east), Newtown (2 miles south-west) and Northwood (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newport (3 miles south-east), Ryde (9 miles east), Cowes (3 miles north-east), Sandown (10 miles south-east), Shanklin (10 miles south-east) and Ventnor (11 miles south-east). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so let us know where you are as you book.
What’s near Great Thorness
We work in homes and buildings around Sportsman's Rest pub and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Carisbrooke Castle (3.5 miles south-east) and St Mary's Hospital (2.8 miles south-east). Not far away are Mill Hill.
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Great Thorness
We survey roofs in Great Thorness and across London and the South East. Visits run seven days a week. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance. You get a written report by email, with photos and clear 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 email us. We are frequently asked to look into valley linings that have cracked or split and gutters that overflow in heavy rain, on lead flashings, ridges, hips and valleys and clay and concrete tiles.
Somewhere as small as Great Thorness, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. 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.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Great Thorness (PO31)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Older rural homes like those around Great Thorness can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Keep pets in another room
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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What a roof survey doesn’t cover
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
Surveys for landlords and agents in Great Thorness
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
What you can safely check yourself
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Common questions in Great Thorness
Will you come out to Great Thorness?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is the coastal weather around Great Thorness hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Great Thorness is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll explain what’s needed.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Great Thorness?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How long does a roof survey take?
The visit typically takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. We’ll give you an idea of timing when you book.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
When to book a survey in Great Thorness
Chimneys stand exposed above the roof. Pointing erodes, flaunching cracks and pots work loose. Water that gets into a stack can show up as damp in the rooms below.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
For any home in Great Thorness, it is the small, early fault that is cheapest to put right.
Before booking anyone
- Their report turnaround times
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether VAT is added on top
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Height and safe access
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Getting in touch
We’ll usually ask about:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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