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Roof survey in Lordswood, Southampton
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Lordswood. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes between one and two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a smaller place like Lordswood, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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How a roof survey works in Lordswood
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, but the fixings and underlay beneath them frequently give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. We survey chimney stacks, natural slate and the roof space, and common reasons people get in touch are loose chimney pots and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken.
In a smaller place like Lordswood, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. A proper look shows whether anything has started to loosen. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Lordswood (SO16, SO15)
- Region
- Southampton
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded, and for flashings replaced with mortar or bitumen.
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. Upstands and outlets are checked too.
Local roofs in Lordswood
Lordswood lies within about 3 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. The flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport comes within about 1 mile of Lordswood. If your survey includes the drone, the exact boundary is checked for the address first.
Landlords with a home close to Millbrook (Hants) station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. For businesses in and around places like Marlands Shopping Centre, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Lordswood is about 2 miles north-west of Southampton, in Southampton. Lordswood gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Lordswood is one of the places in Southampton where we work for roof surveys.
All of SO16 and SO15 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a roof survey at a property on Peach Road, Linden Road and Woburn Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Lordswood: Coxford (1 mile south-west), Bassett (1 mile east), Rownhams (1 mile north-west), Maybush (1 mile south-west) and Chilworth (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Townhill Park (3 miles east), Midanbury (3 miles east), Thornhill (5 miles south-east), Chartwell Green (4 miles east), Harefield (4 miles south-east) and Itchen (4 miles south-east).
Around Lordswood
Typical jobs here are in homes near St James' Park, Upper Shirley High School and Oaklands Community School. Lordswood’s nearest station is Millbrook (Hants) station, roughly 2.2 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Marlands Shopping Centre (2.8 miles south-east) and Princess Anne Hospital (0.5 miles south). For a walk, there’s Testwood Lakes.
Common roof problems in Lordswood
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. 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:
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Loose chimney pots
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Debris building up in roof valleys
If you live in an older home near Lord's Hill Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
What to check before booking
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Which limits apply to the survey
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. When they do, water comes straight into the house. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. Around Lordswood, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
What you get with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Surveys seven days a week
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How big the roof is
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Also in Lordswood
Common questions in Lordswood
Is Lordswood within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lordswood?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
When will the report arrive?
That depends on which survey you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. We send it by email.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.