Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Ower
Roof surveys in Ower, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Loose chimney pots
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
Roof survey in Ower: what you get
Roofs vary a lot across London and South East England. 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. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. If you are worried about valley linings that have cracked or split and loose ridge or hip tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Ower, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible.
- Place
- Ower (SO51)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Ower
Is my home in Ower listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Ower?
It can do. Ower is within about 4 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
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What else we do in Ower
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What this survey can’t tell you
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Ower
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
What affects the price in Ower
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The roof’s overall size
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take between one and two hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Ower, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. 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.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
To get a price for roof surveys in Ower, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Roof surveys in Ower: local notes
Ower lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Landford Manor, about 4.6 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ower. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. If you let a flat or house near Totton station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Ower is about 2 miles north-west of Totton, in Hampshire. Roofs in Ower get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Here we cover the SO51 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Romsey Road and Salisbury Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Wigley (1 mile north), Hillstreet (1 mile east), Copythorne (1 mile south-west), Winsor (1 mile south-west) and Newbridge (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (12 miles north-east), Eastleigh (8 miles east), Chandler's Ford (7 miles north-east), Hedge End (10 miles east), Lymington (13 miles south) and Romsey (4 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Ower
Ower’s nearest station is Totton station, about 3 miles south-east. A little further out are Eling Experience (2.8 miles south-east) and Tatchbury Mount Hospital (1.1 miles south). Not far away are Copythorne Common.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Most leaks begin at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. That is why we look at them closely.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Mortar at ridges and verges frequently cracks on tiled roofs. We check for loose ridge tiles and missing mortar.
What happens if roof problems are left?
If you’re planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them, or at least know what to expect. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Ower, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Ower
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Plain-English reports with photos
- An independent look at the roof
See our cost guide or two real surveys.