Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Pondwell Roof Survey
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Pondwell from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
Roof survey in Pondwell
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it’s safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. We survey the roof space, chimney stacks and natural slate, and people most often book us about worn lead at chimneys and abutments and cracked mortar along the ridge.
In a village or hamlet like Pondwell, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. 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.
It is not only a list of defects. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Where
- Pondwell (PO33)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Pondwell
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Smallbrook Junction station?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Do you cover smaller places like Pondwell?
Yes, Pondwell is covered. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Will you check the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
What does a roof survey include?
All the main parts of the roof: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We do not put a figure on it, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Pondwell
Pondwell lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Pondwell is about 3 miles from Bembridge Airport. If your survey includes the drone, the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions first.
Take an older house close to St. Peter's Church: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. For landlords with property near Smallbrook Junction station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Anyone responsible for a site like Nettlestone Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Pondwell is about 2 miles east of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. In Pondwell, as across the Isle of Wight, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight. Portsmouth is in our area too.
Every address in PO33 is within our area for roof surveys. Local streets include Pondwell Hill, Gregory Avenue and Wishing Well Close. Pondwell sits on or near the B3330, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Spring Vale (1 mile north), Nettlestone (1 mile south-east), Seaview (1 mile east), Puckpool (1 mile north-west) and Westridge (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (8 miles west), Cowes (8 miles west), Sandown (5 miles south), Shanklin (6 miles south), Ventnor (9 miles south-west) and East Cowes (7 miles west). Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so tell us where you are when booking.
Around Pondwell
We work in homes and buildings around Ryde Academy and The Boat House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Smallbrook Junction station, roughly 1.3 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Gosport War Memorial Hospital (5.3 miles north) and Sandown Castle (4.3 miles south). Open spaces near Pondwell include Brading Down and Alan Hersey Nature Reserve.
What a roof survey does not cover
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
- A structural engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Pondwell
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Leave it or get it looked at?
A small roof defect typically gets bigger. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and damp timber slowly weakens. Catching it early means less to put right. Around Pondwell, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT.
Why us?
- Surveys seven days a week
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- An independent look at the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Useful tips for Pondwell property owners
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- File the report with your home documents
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
We email the report to you. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Each report gives a record to compare against.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Pondwell
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
How the survey works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit typically takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a small place like Pondwell, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We check the roof from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.