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Roof survey in Newtown, Isle of Wight
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Newtown. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
Do you need a roof survey in Newtown?
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while rain gets into every gap. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Loose chimney pots
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Worn or blocked valleys
The streets around a church such as Holy Spirit Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Before booking anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How soon the report will arrive
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Newtown
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, while others just want to know where they stand. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, chimney stacks and natural slate, and people most often book us about torn or sagging underlay and worn or blocked valleys.
Some older homes in villages like Newtown are 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 frequently matched when work is done.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Newtown (PO30)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys in Newtown: local notes
Newtown lies within about 1 mile of the sea, 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. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Historic houses such as Swainston Manor, about 1.6 miles south-east, show how far back building around Newtown goes. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Newtown is about 4 miles west of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We provide roof surveys for homes and businesses in Newtown and the surrounding area. Newtown is one of the places in the Isle of Wight we cover for roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Every address in PO30 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Close by, we survey roofs in Locksgreen (1 mile east), Porchfield (1 mile north-east), Great Thorness (2 miles north-east), Forest Side (3 miles east) and Rew Street (4 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Newport (4 miles east), Ryde (10 miles east), Cowes (5 miles north-east), Sandown (11 miles east), Shanklin (11 miles south-east) and Ventnor (11 miles south-east). Remote addresses need a little more planning, so let us know where you are when booking.
What’s near Newtown
Well-known places in the area include St Mary's Hospital (4 miles east) and Carisbrooke Castle (3.7 miles south-east). The countryside around Newtown includes Brighstone Down.
Practical tips
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Keep the report with your property records
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Check we can open the loft hatch
File the report with your other home documents. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Leave the clearing to a professional. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
Why get it checked now?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, which makes later changes easy to spot. For an older or listed building in a place like Newtown, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Newtown
- Surveys seven days a week
- 20+ years’ experience
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- An independent look at the roof
Checking the roof from the ground
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
FAQs for Newtown
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Newtown?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Newtown?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you use drones?
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.
Will you climb onto the roof?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Typically, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We don’t give a number of years. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it is wearing, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. As for time on site, it normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older rural homes like those around Newtown can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- 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.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- House, block, shop or office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Anything about access we should know
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.