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Nursling Roof Survey
Roof surveys around Nursling, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Questions from Nursling
Are there drone restrictions around Nursling?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. The flight restriction zone around Southampton Airport comes within about 2 miles of Nursling. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Is the coastal weather around Nursling hard on roofs?
Frequently, yes. Nursling is within about 2 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. We send it by email.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Do you cover Nursling for roof surveys?
Yes. Nursling is part of the area we cover.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
How long will you be at the property?
Allow about one to two hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
How a roof survey works in Nursling
We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where applicable, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, chimney stacks and clay and concrete tiles, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are debris building up in roof valleys and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken.
In a smaller place like Nursling, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A close look shows whether anything has started to loosen before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Nursling (SO16)
- Wider area
- Southampton
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Being in a smaller place like Nursling doesn’t change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- 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 look at the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Related advice
What this survey cannot tell you
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
Also in Nursling
Roof surveys around Nursling
Nursling lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour. About 4 miles east lies South Stoneham House, a reminder of how long the area around Nursling has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For businesses in and around places such as Marlands Shopping Centre, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. Anyone responsible for a site like Nursling Church of England Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Nursling is about 2 miles north-east of Totton, in Southampton. Anywhere in Nursling, we can carry out roof surveys at your property. Nursling is one of the towns and villages in Southampton where we work.
Here we cover the SO16 postcode area for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on Station Road, Chambers Close and Cranmer Drive or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Hillyfields (1 mile south), Upton (1 mile north), Rownhams (1 mile north-east), Maybush (1 mile south-east) and Coxford (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Southampton (4 miles south-east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles east), Chartwell Green (5 miles east) and Harefield (6 miles east).
What’s near Nursling
In Nursling, that means homes and buildings near Oasis Academy Lord's Hill, St James' Park and Oaklands Community School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Redbridge station, roughly 1.6 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Eling Experience (1.8 miles south-west) and Princess Anne Hospital (1.5 miles east). For a walk, there is Testwood Lakes.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. We’ll tell you if the flue needs a specialist.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Mortar at ridges and verges often cracks on tiled roofs. Loose ridges and gaps in the mortar are recorded, as wind can lift them.
When to book a survey in Nursling
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable roofing membranes came into use in the UK in the late 1990s, so many older roofs have bitumen felt underlay, and some very old roofs have no underlay at all. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
If you let a flat or house near Redbridge station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before you book anyone
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- When you’ll get the report
What happens if roof problems are left?
Many roofs go years without anyone looking at them closely. A survey sets a baseline, so you can compare it next time. Arranging work in a smaller place like Nursling is easier with notice than in an emergency. A survey gives you that notice.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Nursling
- Prices that include VAT
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Photos and a written report every time
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Nursling
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.