Hampshire · London and the South East
Morestead Roof Survey
Roof surveys across Morestead, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. If the covering would need opening up to know more, we say so.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead-lined valleys and gutters are common on older homes. Worn or split lead lets water straight in, and lead is a target for theft.
About our roof survey in Morestead
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, others want a check before selling or after years without one. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We’re often asked to look into cracked mortar along the ridge and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching, across chimney stacks, natural slate and ridges, hips and valleys.
Older buildings in small places like Morestead may be 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Morestead (SO21)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Morestead
A small roof defect normally gets bigger. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. For older village homes like those around Morestead, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Prices that include VAT
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Visits on any day of the week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Morestead: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Morestead?
Yes, Morestead 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 Shawford station?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
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. It is emailed to you.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
What happens on the day
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere as small as Morestead, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from every safe viewpoint outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Getting a price
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
Local roofs in Morestead
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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you let a flat or house near Shawford station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Morestead Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Morestead is about 3 miles south-east of Winchester, in Hampshire. We carry out roof surveys for homes and businesses in Morestead and the surrounding area. Morestead is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for roof surveys. Our Southampton page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the SO21 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. We cover properties on Morestead Road and Jackman's Hill and the roads around them. We also cover Owslebury Bottom (1 mile south), Owslebury (1 mile south), Baybridge (2 miles south-east), Hensting (2 miles south) and Temple Valley (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Winchester (3 miles north-west), Eastleigh (5 miles south-west), Fareham (13 miles south), Andover (15 miles north-west), Horndean (14 miles south-east) and Totton (13 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Morestead
Morestead’s nearest station is Shawford station, about 2.4 miles west of the centre. A little further out are St John's Rooms And Chapel (2.7 miles north-west) and Wolvesey Castle (2.5 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Twyford Down and Hockley Meadows.
What affects the price in Morestead
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How big the roof is
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Booking your survey
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The address and postcode of the property
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
Nearby places to Morestead
What else we do in Morestead
Landlord and commercial surveys in Morestead
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.