Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Hillhead, Hampshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Hillhead, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Common questions in Hillhead
Do you cover smaller places like Hillhead?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Hamble station?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Where it’s safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. The Premium Survey adds a drone where applicable.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Report times depend on the package.
Roof survey in Hillhead
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We look at the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the loft space where there’s safe access. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. We’re frequently asked to look into crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, across lead flashings, the roof space and clay and concrete tiles.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Hillhead (SO45)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The size of the roof
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
For a price for your roof in Hillhead, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Hillhead
Hillhead is within about 1 mile of the coast, and wind near 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. About 4.7 miles south-east lies Osborne House, a reminder of how long the area around Hillhead has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Take an older house close to St George: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. For landlords with property near Hamble station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Hillhead is about 4 miles north of Cowes, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Hillhead is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Our Hampshire coverage includes Hillhead. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Every address in SO45 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you are just outside Hillhead, we cover Calshot (1 mile north-west), Sprat's Down (1 mile west), Stanswood (1 mile south-west), Stonehills (1 mile north-west) and Ashlett (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Gosport (7 miles east), Havant (15 miles east), Eastleigh (11 miles north), Fareham (6 miles north-east), Horndean (15 miles north-east) and Totton (11 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Hillhead
The nearest railway station is Hamble station, about 4.3 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Sir Max Aitken Museum (3.3 miles south) and Calshot Castle (1 mile north-east). The countryside around Hillhead includes Mercury Marshes and Mill Hill.
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep the report with your property records
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
File the report with your other home documents. It gives you something to compare against later, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
What a roof survey does not cover
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
Towns and villages near Hillhead
What else we do in Hillhead
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Ponding, blistering, splits and cracked surfaces are the common warning signs. Upstands and outlets are checked too.
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and the South East. Where several slates have slipped, the cause is often nail fatigue, which we describe in the report.
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere as small as Hillhead, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets in another room
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Why get it checked now?
A small roof defect normally gets bigger. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Finding it early keeps the work smaller. Outbuildings and barns around Hillhead are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Hillhead
- Package prices that include VAT
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Surveys seven days a week
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.