Hampshire · London and the South East
Lowford Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Lowford, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
Roof survey in Lowford: what you get
We inspect whatever is safely visible: from the ground, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it is safe. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, for roofs that are hard to see well. You don’t need to do anything except give us access. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We survey clay and concrete tiles, the roof space and lead flashings, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are worn lead at chimneys and abutments and cracked mortar along the ridge.
Around Lowford, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below, and moss holds water against tiles. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from the ground.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Lowford (SO31)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
What a roof survey looks like in Lowford
Lowford lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while driving rain finds any gap. Historic houses such as Medieval Merchant's House, about 3.7 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Lowford goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Bursledon Church of England Infant School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For an older house near a landmark such as St Paul’s Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Lowford is about 2 miles south-west of Hedge End, in Hampshire. Roofs in Lowford get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. Lowford is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for roof surveys.
Here we cover the SO31 postcode area for roof surveys. Local streets include Hamble Lane, St George Close and Woolwich Close, and we cover them all. We also cover Old Netley (1 mile south-west), Bursledon (1 mile south-east), Butlocks Heath (1 mile south-west), Hound (1 mile south-west) and Netley (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north), Gosport (10 miles south-east), Havant (15 miles east), Eastleigh (5 miles north), Fareham (6 miles south-east) and Horndean (14 miles east).
What’s near Lowford
We work in homes and buildings around Oasis Academy Mayfield, Westwood Woodland Park and The Linden Tree pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bursledon station, about 0.9 miles south-east. A little further out are Coldeast (2.3 miles south-east) and Netley Castle (1.9 miles south-west). Not far away are Netley Common.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lowford
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. It’s a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Each report gives a record to compare against.
What we’re asked to look at in Lowford
Slates and tiles often outlast the fixings that hold them. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot, letting tiles move.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
If you let a flat or house near Bursledon station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- What happens after the report arrives
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
Your questions about roof surveys in Lowford
Is Lowford within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Are there drone restrictions around Lowford?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. The flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport comes within about 2 miles of Lowford. We check the exact boundary for the address before flying, and if the roof falls inside it, we ask for permission first. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How much does a roof survey cost in Lowford?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How soon is the report ready?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It’s emailed to you.
What do you check on a roof survey?
All the main parts of the roof: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Ponding, blistering, splits and cracked surfaces are the common warning signs. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets, since leaks often start there.
Chimney stacks
We check the stack itself, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. If a specialist is needed, we’ll say so.
Towns and villages near Lowford
Other services in Lowford
What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. If you have questions on the day, just ask. A visit to Lowford is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.