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Roof survey in Kingston, Portsmouth
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Kingston. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Roof survey in Kingston: what you get
Our roof surveys cover Kingston and the wider South East. We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. 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’s 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. Common reasons to book are leaning or weathered chimney stacks and torn or sagging underlay, on clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and the roof space.
Around Kingston, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from ground level.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Kingston (PO1, PO3, PO4)
- Region
- Portsmouth
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Kingston
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and rain finds any gap it can. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
Look out for signs like these:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Trees in and around Alexandra Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Kingston
Kingston lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. 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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Take an older house close to Church of St Cuthbert: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you own a rental within reach of Fratton station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Kingston is about 1 mile south-east of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. Surveys in Kingston work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our Portsmouth coverage includes Kingston and the places around it.
Here we cover the PO1, PO3 and PO4 postcode area for roof surveys. We offer roof surveys to properties on Renny Road, Clive Road and Union Road. With the A288 close by, Kingston is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Fratton (1 mile south-west), Baffins (1 mile north-east), Copnor (1 mile north), Portsmouth (1 mile north-west) and Landport (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Wymering (3 miles north), Paulsgrove (3 miles north), Cosham (3 miles north), Drayton (3 miles north) and Farlington (3 miles north-east).
What’s near Kingston
We work in homes and buildings around Langstone Infant School, Graham Arms and Alexandra Park and the streets around them. Kingston’s nearest station is Fratton station, roughly 0.5 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum (1 mile west) and St Mary's Hospital (less than half a mile south-east). For a walk, there’s Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.
How the survey works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Kingston, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Before we arrive
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Advice
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Roof area
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What we need to know
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Anything about access we should know
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The address and postcode of the property
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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What a roof survey does not cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A full building survey of the property
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
Kingston questions
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Fratton station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Kingston is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain doesn’t typically stop a survey. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We do not put a figure on it, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Repeated coatings can hide what’s underneath. If the covering would need opening up to know more, we say so.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped.
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. You can ask us about anything that isn’t clear.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Each report gives a record to compare against.