Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Michelmersh, Hampshire
Independent roof surveys in Michelmersh. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
What this survey can’t tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Michelmersh
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. We check the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, along with the loft where it is safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it is relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. We survey chimney stacks, the roof space and natural slate, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are cracked or blistered flat roof coverings and leaning or weathered chimney stacks.
Older buildings in small places like Michelmersh 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.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Michelmersh (SO51)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys around Michelmersh
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you own a rental within reach of Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Historic houses like Mottisfont Abbey, about 1.2 miles north-west, show how far back building around Michelmersh goes. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done.
Michelmersh is about 3 miles north-west of Romsey, in Hampshire. Michelmersh is one of many places we visit across Hampshire, for homes and businesses alike. Michelmersh is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for roof surveys. There is also a page for Southampton.
Every address in SO51 is within our area for roof surveys. We offer roof surveys to properties on Yew Tree Lane, Staff Road and Haccups Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Timsbury (1 mile south), Stonymarsh (1 mile north-west), Kimbridge (1 mile west), Mottisfont (1 mile west) and Dunbridge (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (9 miles east), Eastleigh (9 miles south-east), Andover (12 miles north), Totton (8 miles south), Chandler's Ford (6 miles south-east) and Hedge End (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Michelmersh
We work in homes and buildings around The Malthouse Inn and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Mottisfont & Dunbridge station, roughly 1.5 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include King Johns House (3 miles south) and Romsey Community Hospital (3.1 miles south-east). Not far away are Emer Bog and Baddesley Common.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
Why it is worth a survey now in Michelmersh
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. With a report, you can tackle the urgent jobs first and plan the rest, rather than waiting for something to fail. Older and listed buildings around Michelmersh may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Michelmersh
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- A report with photos
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
Common roof problems in Michelmersh
Not every roof problem comes from outside. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up in the loft, wetting timbers and insulation. It is often mistaken for a leak.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
The streets around a church like Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Before booking anyone
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their track record with similar roofs
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How it works
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a hamlet or village like Michelmersh, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
Before the survey
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
You can learn a lot 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.
FAQs for Michelmersh
Is my home in Michelmersh listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is Michelmersh within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
What does a roof survey include?
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 applicable.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you look in the roof space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. We don’t provide structural calculations.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
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 the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.