Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Roof survey in Newport, Isle of Wight
A careful look at the roof at your property in Newport, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
How we price roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The roof’s overall size
All our prices include VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
We will usually ask about:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where the property is, with the postcode
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
How a roof survey works in Newport
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 typically wears out sooner than a pitched one, so they deserve a close look. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. Typical surveys look at gutters that overflow in heavy rain and standing water on a flat roof, on ridges, hips and valleys, chimney stacks and flat roofs.
Most homes in a town like Newport are houses, so the roof is typically the owner’s to look after. A slipped tile or blocked gutter costs far less to sort than the damp it causes later. The report sets out what needs attention, prioritised by urgency where relevant, whether you live in the house or let it. The photos let you see the parts of the roof you cannot get to.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Newport (PO30)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What else we do in Newport
Useful tips for Newport property owners
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- File the report with your home documents
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
Your report arrives by email. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Each finding is set out in plain English, with recommendations.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: 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 typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. A survey in Newport needs access inside and out, including the loft hatch and any rooms with damp. Mention gates, side passages and anything at the back. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Find any records of previous roof work
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Questions from Newport
How do I find out if my home in Newport is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Newport?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Newport is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
How do I book a survey in Newport?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Newport
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Landlords and agents in Newport book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
Newport homes and their roofs
Newport lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Some villages on the Isle of Wight still have thatched roofs, and the whole island is open to sea air and wind. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Carisbrooke Castle lies about 1 mile south-west, so building around Newport goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. Trees in and around Seaclose Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Anyone responsible for a site like Nine Acres Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Newport is about 10 miles south-west of Gosport, in the Isle of Wight. Surveys in Newport work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. Portsmouth is in our area too.
We work across PO30 for roof surveys. You will find streets such as High Street, Red Fox Square and Drill Hall Road. With the A3020 and A3054 close by, Newport is easy for us to reach. Close by, we survey roofs in Shide (1 mile south-east), Blackwater (2 miles south), Downend (2 miles east), Merstone (3 miles south-east) and Rookley (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Ryde (6 miles east), Cowes (4 miles north), Sandown (7 miles south-east), Shanklin (7 miles south-east), Ventnor (8 miles south-east) and East Cowes (4 miles north). Newport is among the bigger towns we cover in the Isle of Wight. For harder-to-reach addresses, the survey takes a little more planning, so mention it when you book.
Around Newport
Around Newport, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Seaclose Park, Castle Inn and Christ The King College, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Carisbrooke Castle (1 mile south-west) and St Mary's Hospital (0.8 miles north). The countryside around Newport includes Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Mill Hill.
How the survey changes by roof type
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted, particularly at the verges and ridge.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped.
Checking the roof from the ground
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.