Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Gurnard Roof Survey
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out roof surveys in Gurnard.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
Signs you need a roof survey in Gurnard
Chimneys stand exposed above the roof. Pointing erodes, flaunching cracks and pots work loose. Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts at the top of the stack.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
If you look after a building such as Gurnard Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their report turnaround times
- What the survey won’t cover
Roof survey in Gurnard: what you get
We survey roofs in Gurnard and across London and South East England. Visits run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. We are insured for professional indemnity and public liability, and bring 20+ years’ experience. Each survey ends with a written report, emailed with photos and recommendations. Whether it is a house, a flat or a commercial building, the process is the same. When you’re ready to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We survey lead flashings, chimney stacks and natural slate, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and cracked mortar along the ridge.
Older buildings in small places like Gurnard may be 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 like clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Gurnard (PO31)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Gurnard
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Which survey package you book
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Getting in touch
We’ll typically ask about:
- When you need the report by
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Anything about access we should know
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around Gurnard can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets in another room
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Gurnard homes and their roofs
Gurnard lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. About 2.3 miles east lies Osborne House, a reminder of how long the area around Gurnard has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark like All Saints' Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Gurnard is about 1 mile west of Cowes, in the Isle of Wight. Whether the building in Gurnard is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across the Isle of Wight. There’s also a page for Portsmouth.
Here we cover the PO31 postcode area for roof surveys. Local streets include Cow Lane, The Avenue and Shore Road, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Cowes (1 mile east), Northwood (1 mile south), Rew Street (1 mile south-west), Great Thorness (2 miles south-west) and Noke Common (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Newport (4 miles south), Ryde (7 miles east), Sandown (10 miles south-east), Shanklin (11 miles south-east), Ventnor (12 miles south-east) and Oakfield (8 miles east). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so please mention your location when you ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Local landmarks in Gurnard
Around Gurnard, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Cowes Enterprise College and The Portland Inn. Other landmarks nearby include St Mary's Hospital (3.2 miles south) and Isle of Wight Natural History Centre (0.5 miles south-east). Open spaces near Gurnard include Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails holding it often fail long before the slate. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East often have clay plain tiles. When pegs or battens rot, tiles slip.
FAQs for Gurnard
Is my home in Gurnard listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Gurnard?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
How quickly will I get the report?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photographs.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we will arrange another day with you.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos testing isn’t part of our service. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.