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Roof survey in Lower Froyle, Hampshire
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Lower Froyle, with photos and a written report.
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
Roof survey in Lower Froyle
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. 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 usually wears out sooner than a pitched one, so they deserve a careful look. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. If you’ve noticed ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Some older homes in villages like Lower Froyle are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Lower Froyle (GU34)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a roof survey in Lower Froyle
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, and rain finds any gap it can. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
For landlords with property near Bentley (Hampshire) station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Their insurance cover
- Their report turnaround times
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Is VAT included in the price?
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Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes a consultation in person. You can ask us about anything that isn’t clear.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Each report gives a record to compare against.
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere like Lower Froyle needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there is safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
Advice
Prices for roof surveys in Lower Froyle
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The roof’s overall size
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- What made you get in touch
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Checking the roof from the ground
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.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Roof surveys in Lower Froyle: local notes
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary of the Assumption, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Lower Froyle is about 4 miles north-east of Alton, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Lower Froyle and the rest of Hampshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Hampshire coverage includes Lower Froyle. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
Every address in GU34 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Westburn Fields, Barnfield Close and Hussey's Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Froyle (1 mile south-west), Upper Froyle (1 mile south-west), Neatham (2 miles south-west), Holybourne (2 miles south-west) and Wyck (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (10 miles north-west), Farnborough (10 miles north-east), Fleet (7 miles north-east), Aldershot (8 miles north-east), Alton (4 miles south-west) and Petersfield (13 miles south).
What’s near Lower Froyle
For rail, the closest station is Bentley (Hampshire) station, roughly 2 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Barley Pound (2.8 miles north-east) and Alton Community Hospital (4.8 miles south-west). Open spaces near Lower Froyle include Dogmersfield Lake and Holybourne Hill.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Ponding, blistering, splits and cracked surfaces are the common warning signs. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets.
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, yet the nails holding it often fail long before the slate. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates, and for clips that show past repairs.
Common questions in Lower Froyle
Do you cover smaller places like Lower Froyle?
Yes, Lower Froyle is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Bentley (Hampshire) station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I book a survey in Lower Froyle?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as a figure. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it’s wearing, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
How long does the visit take?
On site, it normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Report times depend on the package.
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are checked from your side.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it’s agreed before booking.