Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Little Posbrook, Hampshire
Roof surveys in Little Posbrook and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
How a roof survey works in Little Posbrook
Across London and the South East, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. We survey natural slate, flat roofs and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are lifted, split or missing lead flashings and worn or blocked valleys.
Older buildings in small places like Little Posbrook may be 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Little Posbrook (PO14)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. A survey sets a baseline, which makes later changes easy to spot. In a place like Little Posbrook, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s 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 safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- Prices that include VAT
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Every finding written up with photos
FAQs for Little Posbrook
Are there drone restrictions around Little Posbrook?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Solent Airport is about 3 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain.
Is my home in Little Posbrook listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when booking.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where it applies.
How quickly will I get the report?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It doesn’t include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. They get particular attention in every survey.
Natural slate
Inside the roof space, we check what’s under the slates. There may be old felt underlay, or none at all on very old roofs.
What you can safely check yourself
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Little Posbrook
Little Posbrook is within about 1 mile 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 cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For businesses in and around places such as Fareham Shopping Centre, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. The streets around a church such as Church of St Peter are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Anyone responsible for a site like Stubbington House School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Little Posbrook is about 2 miles south-west of Fareham, in Hampshire. Little Posbrook gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Little Posbrook is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the PO14 postcode area for roof surveys. If you are just outside Little Posbrook, we cover Titchfield (1 mile north), Abshot (1 mile north-west), Hill Head (1 mile south-east), Stubbington (1 mile south-east) and Titchfield Common (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Gosport (5 miles south-east), Havant (11 miles east), Eastleigh (10 miles north-west), Horndean (11 miles north-east), Totton (13 miles north-west) and Chandler's Ford (12 miles north-west).
What’s near Little Posbrook
Typical jobs here are in homes near Coach & Horses pub and Crofton School and the streets around them. The closest station to Little Posbrook is Fareham station, about 2.6 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Fareham Community Hospital (2.8 miles north-west) and Fareham Shopping Centre (3.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Little Posbrook include Holly Hill Woodland Park.
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Cottages and farmhouses around Little Posbrook often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- We email a report with photographs and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Little Posbrook
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
What affects the price in Little Posbrook
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How big the roof is
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.