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Roof survey in Lee, Hampshire
Need a roof survey in Lee? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Standing water on a flat roof
Roof survey in Lee
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, others want a check before selling or after years without one. The approach is the same in each case: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We’re often asked to look into gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and cracked or blistered flat roof coverings, across chimney stacks, natural slate and flat roofs.
Somewhere as small as Lee, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Lee (SO51)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- A full building survey of the property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
FAQs for Lee
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lee?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Lee within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How many surveys have you done?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
What do you check on a roof survey?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the roof space where there is safe access. You get a report with photos and recommendations.
Will you check the loft?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing isn’t part of our service. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Local roofs in Lee
Lee lies within about 3 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you let a flat or house near Romsey station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Anyone responsible for a site like Oasis Academy Lord's Hill will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you live in an older home near Church of St Boniface, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Lee is about 2 miles south of Romsey, in Hampshire. We carry out roof surveys in Lee for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Lee is one of the places in Hampshire we cover.
Surveys in SO51 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer roof surveys to properties on Lee Lane and Lee Church Lane. If you’re just outside Lee, we cover Ashfield (1 mile east), Toothill (1 mile east), Upton (1 mile south-east), Nursling (1 mile south-east) and Rownhams (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (10 miles north-east), Eastleigh (6 miles east), Fareham (15 miles south-east), Totton (3 miles south), Chandler's Ford (5 miles north-east) and Hedge End (9 miles east).
Near you in Lee
The nearest railway station is Romsey station, about 2.4 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include King Johns House (2.3 miles north) and Romsey Community Hospital (2.3 miles north). For a walk, there’s Testwood Lakes.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Older rural homes like those around Lee 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 cannot see is noted.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
How to book
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lee
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep the report with your property records
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. The photos show what we found and where, so their quotes cover the same ground.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, which makes later changes easy to spot. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Lee, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
All our prices include VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Why book us in Lee
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 20+ years’ experience
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, and it isn’t a flue or gas safety check. If a specialist is needed, we will say so.
Concrete interlocking tiles
On low-pitched roofs, the laps and fixings of interlocking tiles matter. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted.