Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Nettlestone
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Nettlestone. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Nettlestone
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common. They’re included alongside the main roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof normally wears out sooner than a pitched one, so they deserve a proper look. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. Common reasons to book are loose ridge or hip tiles and leaking gutter joints and downpipes, on clay and concrete tiles, ridges, hips and valleys and lead flashings.
Somewhere as small as Nettlestone, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Nettlestone (PO34)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
What to let us know when you contact us
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
For a price for roof surveys in Nettlestone, ring 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
What we look for on each type of roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
On low-pitched roofs, the laps and fixings of interlocking tiles matter. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles.
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. If a specialist is needed, we will say so.
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What this survey can’t tell you
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Nettlestone
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- File the report with your home documents
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that isn’t clear.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Photograph anything new.
Your questions about roof surveys in Nettlestone
Do you cover smaller places like Nettlestone?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Nettlestone?
Often, yes. Within about 1 mile of the sea, as Nettlestone is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How do I book a survey in Nettlestone?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT.
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.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How the survey works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a hamlet or village like Nettlestone, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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Roof surveys in Nettlestone: local notes
Nettlestone lies within about 1 mile of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Nunwell House, about 2.8 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Nettlestone. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Take a building like Nettlestone Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Landlords with a home close to Smallbrook Junction station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If you live in an older home near St. Helen's Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Nettlestone is about 2 miles east of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. Nettlestone gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO34 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a roof survey at a property on Caws Avenue, Willowtree Drive and Ashtree Way or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nettlestone sits on or near the B3340, which makes travel easy. Other places close to Nettlestone include Seaview (1 mile north), Pondwell (1 mile north-west), Spring Vale (1 mile north-west), Puckpool (1 mile north-west) and Westridge (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns like Newport (8 miles west), Cowes (9 miles west), Sandown (5 miles south-west), Shanklin (6 miles south-west), Ventnor (9 miles south-west) and East Cowes (8 miles west). If you’re somewhere remote, a little more planning is needed.
Near you in Nettlestone
Around Nettlestone, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Vine Inn. The closest station to Nettlestone is Smallbrook Junction station, roughly 1.8 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Sandown Castle (4.1 miles south) and Cothey Bottom Heritage Centre (1.2 miles west). For a walk, there’s Alan Hersey Nature Reserve and Bembridge Down.