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Roof survey in Purbrook, Hampshire
Need a roof survey in Purbrook? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Worn or blocked valleys
About our roof survey in Purbrook
The report is written for you, in plain language. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. We survey chimney stacks, the roof space and ridges, hips and valleys, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and torn or sagging underlay.
Semis and terraces in a town like Purbrook share roof details with the neighbours. A shared chimney stack or a gutter run across two houses means a defect may sit partly on someone else’s property. We can only inspect what we have access to, so shared parts are reported as far as they can be seen safely. It is useful to mention any shared stacks or gutters as you book.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Purbrook (PO7, PO6)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Semi-detached and terraced homes in a town like Purbrook often share a roof line with the neighbours, so shared parts are looked at as far as they can be seen from your property. It helps to know about previous repairs, leaks or recent work, so time on site goes where it’s needed.
- 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 each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a report with photographs and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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Purbrook: your questions answered
I let a flat near Bedhampton station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Purbrook?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
What insurance do you have?
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.
How much does a roof survey cost in Purbrook?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before you book, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What does a roof survey include?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it is safe. The report includes photos and recommendations.
How soon is the report ready?
It depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It is emailed to you.
Why get it checked now?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. In a family home in Purbrook, a small roof fault lets water into places you cannot see, such as the loft insulation, the top of a wall or the roof timbers. By the time a stain appears on a ceiling, there’s more to put right.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why us?
- 20+ years’ experience
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords and agents in Purbrook book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Purbrook and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead-lined valleys and gutters are common on older homes. Cracks in a lead valley can send water into the roof, and lead is a target for theft.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles.
Roof surveys around Purbrook
Purbrook lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles, while driving rain finds any gap. 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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For landlords with property near Bedhampton station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Take a building like Purbrook Junior School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Take an older house close to Church of St John: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Purbrook is about 2 miles west of Havant, in Hampshire. We carry out roof surveys in Purbrook for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Purbrook is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for roof surveys.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: PO7 and PO6. We offer roof surveys to properties on London Road, Bliss Close and Delius Walk. If you are just outside Purbrook, we cover Purbrook Heath (1 mile west), Widley (1 mile south-west), Waterlooville (1 mile north), Farlington (2 miles south) and Bedhampton (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Gosport (7 miles south-west), Eastleigh (15 miles north-west), Fareham (7 miles west), Horndean (3 miles north), Hedge End (12 miles west) and Petersfield (10 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Purbrook
In Purbrook, that means homes and buildings near The Denmead Queen pub and Crookhorn College, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Bedhampton station, about 1.9 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Warblington Castle (3.3 miles south-east) and World War I Remembrance Centre (2.7 miles south). Open spaces near Purbrook include Southmoor Nature Reserve and Portsdown Hill.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Keep the report with your property records
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. 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.
Look at your roof from ground level after strong winds. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.