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Roof survey in Lovedean, Hampshire
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out roof surveys in Lovedean.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
How a roof survey works in Lovedean
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof normally wears out sooner than a pitched one. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. If you are worried about debris building up in roof valleys and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Lovedean, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Lovedean (PO8)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof survey looks like in Lovedean
Lovedean lies within about 5 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For landlords with property near Rowlands Castle station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Woodcroft Primary, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Lovedean is about 1 mile west of Horndean, in Hampshire. If you’re in Lovedean, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Lovedean is one of the places in Hampshire where we work. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Here we cover the PO8 postcode area for roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as New Road, Yoells Lane and Witley Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Lovedean: Horndean (1 mile east), Wecock Farm (1 mile south), Anmore (1 mile south-west), Catherington (2 miles north-east) and Denmead (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Gosport (9 miles south-west), Havant (4 miles south-east), Eastleigh (14 miles west), Fareham (8 miles south-west), Hedge End (12 miles west) and Petersfield (8 miles north-east).
Near you in Lovedean
We work in homes and buildings around Horndean Technology College, among other places. The closest station to Lovedean is Rowlands Castle station, roughly 3.3 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Havant War Memorial Hospital (4.3 miles south-east) and Clanfield Earthwork (3.2 miles north-east). Open spaces near Lovedean include St Clair's Meadow and Windmill Hill.
Also near Lovedean
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Why act early in Lovedean
Without a survey, you are guessing at what the roof needs. You might pay for work that does not fix the real problem, or miss the fault that matters. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. Older and listed buildings around Lovedean may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book us in Lovedean
- Package prices that include VAT
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- PI and public liability insurance
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Felt flat roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber often lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30. We look at how the covering is wearing.
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.
Practical tips
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. They’ll see each defect and its location, which makes quotes easier to compare.
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.
When you need someone else
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Around Lovedean, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Prices for roof surveys in Lovedean
To price your survey, we check:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How big the roof is
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
All our prices include VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
FAQs for Lovedean
Is Lovedean within the area you cover?
Yes. Lovedean is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lovedean?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Typically, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
How long does the visit take?
On site, it normally takes about one to two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.