Hampshire · London and the South East
Pilley Roof Survey
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. Roof surveys in Pilley.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. For a village or hamlet like Pilley, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s 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 the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Advice
How a roof survey works in Pilley
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, 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. Visits run on any day of the week, so it is easy to find a day that suits. If you’ve noticed standing water on a flat roof and cracked mortar along the ridge, we can find out what’s behind it, on the roof space, natural slate and flat roofs alike.
Some older homes in villages like Pilley 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 main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Pilley (SO41)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
Natural slate
From the loft, we look at the underside of a slate roof. There may be old felt underlay, or none at all on very old roofs.
What a roof survey looks like in Pilley
Pilley is within about 2 miles of the coast, 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, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Take an older house close to Saint Nicholas Chapel: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. For landlords with property near Lymington Town station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Pilley is about 2 miles north of Lymington, in Hampshire. We visit Pilley as part of our work across Hampshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire. There is also a page for Southampton.
Surveys in SO41 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Pilley Street, Burnt House Lane and May Lane. We also cover Pilley Bailey (1 mile north-east), Warborne (1 mile south-west), Bull Hill (1 mile east), Portmore (1 mile south-east) and Boldre (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Eastleigh (15 miles north-east), Fareham (15 miles east), Totton (9 miles north), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-east), Hedge End (14 miles north-east) and Romsey (15 miles north).
Local landmarks in Pilley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Priestlands School, The Red Lion Inn and Southlands School. For rail, the closest station is Lymington Town station, about 1.5 miles south of the centre. A little further out are St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (1.7 miles south) and Lymington New Forest Hospital (1.1 miles south-west). Open spaces near Pilley include Boldre Foreshore.
What we cannot see
Before you book, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Pilley
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Places near Pilley
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When to book a survey in Pilley
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Over time lead flashings split, lift or work loose, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Lead is also a target for theft.
We are often asked to look at:
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Beaulieu Palace House lies about 4.4 miles north-east, so building around Pilley goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
What to check before booking
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What happens after the report arrives
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Which limits apply to the survey
Landlords, agents and block managers in Pilley
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
FAQs for Pilley
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Pilley?
It can do. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Pilley is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
How do I find out if my home in Pilley is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What do you check on a roof survey?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, along with the loft where it is safe. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Is Pilley in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Pilley included.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
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 chimneys and party-wall upstands are checked from your side.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Useful tips for Pilley property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.