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Roof survey in Hundred Acres, Hampshire
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Hundred Acres and across Hampshire.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Loose chimney pots
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hundred Acres
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, yet nails, battens and underlay often fail first. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. Common reasons to book are crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching and torn or sagging underlay, on ridges, hips and valleys, the roof space and clay and concrete tiles.
In a small place like Hundred Acres, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Hundred Acres (PO17)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Natural slate
FAQs for Hundred Acres
Is my home in Hundred Acres 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.
Is the coastal weather around Hundred Acres hard on roofs?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it when you book and we will explain what’s needed.
How soon is the report ready?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. It’s emailed to you.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
How much does a roof survey cost in Hundred Acres?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It helps you see whether anything has changed.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Height and safe access
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How big the roof is
- Which survey package you book
For a price for your roof in Hundred Acres, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Helping us price your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Hundred Acres
Hundred Acres is within about 4 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Fareham Shopping Centre, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. If you let a flat or house near Fareham station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. The streets around a church like Church of St Nicholas are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Hundred Acres is about 4 miles north-east of Fareham, in Hampshire. Roofs in Hundred Acres get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. Across Hampshire, we cover Hundred Acres. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Every address in PO17 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Hundred Acres Road and Southwick Road, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in North Boarhunt (1 mile south-east), Wickham Common (1 mile south-west), Crockerhill (2 miles south-west), Welborne (2 miles south-west) and Boarhunt (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Winchester (13 miles north-west), Gosport (7 miles south), Havant (8 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles north-west), Fareham (4 miles south-west) and Horndean (6 miles east).
Near you in Hundred Acres
Hundred Acres’s nearest station is Fareham station, about 3.5 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Fareham Shopping Centre (3.3 miles south) and Portchester Castle (4.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Hundred Acres include St Clair's Meadow and Portsdown Hill.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Cracks in a lead valley can send water into the roof, and lead is a target for theft.
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at, as far as we can safely see them. We note any lean or loose pots.
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a small place like Hundred Acres, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there is safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.