Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Oakshott, Hampshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Oakshott and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Loose chimney pots
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Roof survey in Oakshott: what you get
We survey roofs in Oakshott and across London and the South East. We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and bring 20+ years’ experience. You get a written report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. Whether it’s a house, a flat or a commercial building, the process is the same. To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us. If you’ve noticed slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Oakshott, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Oakshott (GU33, GU32)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Oakshott
Do you cover smaller places like Oakshott?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Oakshott is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
How long will you be at the property?
The visit normally takes between one and two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. We’ll give you an idea of timing as you book.
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. Upstands and outlets are checked too, since leaks frequently start there.
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and the South East. Widespread slipping typically points to corroded nails, which we describe in the report.
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Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
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 is not clear.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
How the survey works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. For a village or hamlet like Oakshott, the journey is planned in advance: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Roof surveys around Oakshott
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter and St Paul, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you own a rental within reach of Liss station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Oakshott is about 3 miles north of Petersfield, in Hampshire. In Oakshott, as across Hampshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Oakshott is one of the places in Hampshire we cover for roof surveys. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
Roof surveys in GU33 and GU32 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Oakshott include Hawkley (1 mile north-east), Steep Marsh (1 mile south), Lower Green (1 mile north), Steep (1 mile south) and High Cross (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Havant (13 miles south), Horndean (10 miles south), Alton (7 miles north), Waterlooville (12 miles south), Petersfield (3 miles south) and Purbrook (13 miles south).
Local landmarks in Oakshott
We work in homes and buildings around Hawkley Inn. The closest station to Oakshott is Liss station, about 2.2 miles east. A little further out are Bear Museum (3.1 miles south) and Petersfield Community Hospital (2.9 miles south). Not far away are Liss Riverside Railway Walk South and Wheatham Hill.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Oakshott
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. With a report, you can tackle the urgent jobs first and plan the rest, rather than calling someone out after a storm. In a small place like Oakshott, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
What you get with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- An independent view of the roof
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID