Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Hartley Wespall
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Hartley Wespall, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Torn or sagging underlay
When to book a survey in Hartley Wespall
Some damage starts inside the roof space. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, wetting timbers and insulation. It is often mistaken for a leak.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Anyone responsible for a site like Sherfield School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Questions to ask before you book
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- When you will get the report
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Is VAT included in the price?
Roof survey in Hartley Wespall: what you get
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. We look at the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, along with the loft where it’s safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it is relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. If you’re worried about loose chimney pots and worn or blocked valleys, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flat roofs, lead flashings and natural slate alike.
Some older homes in villages like Hartley Wespall are 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 such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Hartley Wespall (RG27)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: 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. Most visits take about one to two hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Rural addresses near Hartley Wespall can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Hartley Wespall
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
Roof by roof
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails holding it frequently fail long before the slate. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted.
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 how the covering is wearing.
Hartley Wespall homes and their roofs
About 2.3 miles north lies Stratfield Saye House, a reminder of how long the area around Hartley Wespall has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you let a flat or house near Bramley (Hants) station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Mary the Blessed Virgin, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Hartley Wespall is about 6 miles north-east of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Hartley Wespall, we can carry out roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Hampshire, we cover Hartley Wespall and the places around it. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: RG27. That includes homes and businesses on Rotherwick Lane and Mill Lane. Other places close to Hartley Wespall include Spanish Green (1 mile north-west), Sherfield on Loddon (1 mile west), Church End (2 miles south-west), Bramley Green (2 miles west) and Stratfield Saye (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Basingstoke (6 miles south-west), Farnborough (10 miles east), Fleet (8 miles east), Aldershot (11 miles south-east), Alton (11 miles south) and Yateley (7 miles east).
Local landmarks in Hartley Wespall
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Cricketers Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bramley (Hants) station, about 2.8 miles west. A little further out are West Green House Agricultural Museum (3.1 miles east) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (5.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hartley Wespall include The Mill Field.
Your questions about roof surveys in Hartley Wespall
Is Hartley Wespall within the area you cover?
Yes, Hartley Wespall is covered. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hartley Wespall?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What do you check on a roof survey?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the roof space where there is safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
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What you can safely check yourself
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. An overflow there sends water indoors. We check them before they cause trouble. Older and listed buildings around Hartley Wespall may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Hartley Wespall
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- An independent look at the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Visits on any day of the week