Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Ovington
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Roof surveys in Ovington, with photos and a clear written report.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
About our roof survey in Ovington
Across London and South East England, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Every part gets the attention it needs. Typical surveys look at standing water on a flat roof and loose ridge or hip tiles, across natural slate, ridges, hips and valleys and the roof space.
Somewhere as small as Ovington, 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 often need the most attention.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Ovington (SO24)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
Ovington homes and their roofs
Some Hampshire villages still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Hinton Ampner House, about 3.4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ovington. If your house is among the older ones, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Perins School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Ovington is about 5 miles east of Hyde, in Hampshire. Ovington is one of many places we visit across Hampshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. Southampton is in our area too.
Here we cover the SO24 postcode area for roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Itchen Stoke (1 mile north-west), Itchen Abbas (2 miles north-west), Temple Valley (2 miles south-west), Martyr Worthy (2 miles west) and Easton (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (13 miles north), Winchester (5 miles west), Eastleigh (10 miles south-west), Andover (15 miles north-west), Horndean (15 miles south-east) and Chandler's Ford (11 miles south-west).
Near you in Ovington
In Ovington, that means homes and buildings near The Bush Inn. Other landmarks nearby include Wolvesey Castle (5 miles west) and St John's Rooms And Chapel (4.9 miles west). Not far away are Winnall Moors and Twyford Down.
How it works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Ovington can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Common questions in Ovington
Is Ovington within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Ovington listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
For landlords and managing agents
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps with budgets and planning.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Let us know about past leaks
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. The photos show what we found and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Every so often, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Photograph anything new.
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When to book a survey in Ovington
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, while rain gets into every gap. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Loose chimney pots
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Peter, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Before you book anyone
- Their report turnaround times
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What they will not be able to tell you
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
What affects the price in Ovington
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.