Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Milford on Sea
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Milford on Sea. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
Milford on Sea homes and their roofs
Milford on Sea is within about 1 mile of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For landlords with property near Lymington Town station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Milford on Sea is about 3 miles south-west of Lymington, in Hampshire. If you are in Milford on Sea, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. Southampton is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: SO41. We offer roof surveys to properties on High Street, Love Lane and Greenbanks Close. Other places close to Milford on Sea include Lymore (1 mile north-east), Keyhaven (1 mile east), Everton (1 mile north), Lower Pennington (2 miles north-east) and Pennington (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Totton (14 miles north), Hythe (13 miles north-east), New Milton (4 miles north-west), Ringwood (12 miles north-west), Barton on Sea (3 miles west) and Dibden Purlieu (12 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Milford on Sea
We work in homes and buildings around The Red Lion Public House and Priestlands School. For rail, the closest station is Lymington Town station, about 3.4 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Yarmouth Castle (4.3 miles east) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (3.6 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Milford on Sea LNR and Tennyson Down.
Roof survey in Milford on Sea
Three packages cover most roofs: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Each one comes with a written report. If you’re worried about loose ridge or hip tiles and leaning or weathered chimney stacks, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on natural slate, flat roofs and ridges, hips and valleys alike.
In a smaller place like Milford on Sea, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are usually where the work is. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Milford on Sea (SO41)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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When to book a survey in Milford on Sea
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors, especially near trees.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Take a building like Milford-on-Sea Church of England Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Questions to ask before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Which limits apply to the survey
What we do, step by step
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a smaller place like Milford on Sea, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Common questions in Milford on Sea
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Milford on Sea?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Lymington Town station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It isn’t a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
We do not put a figure on it, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it normally takes about 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
When will the report arrive?
It depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We send it by email.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Mention any damp patches when booking
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
What a roof survey does not cover
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
Different roofs, different checks
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles.
Flat roof coverings
Felt flat roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber frequently lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30. We check its condition and the signs of age.