Hampshire · London and the South East
Rockford Roof Survey
Roof surveys in Rockford and the rest of Hampshire. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
About our roof survey in Rockford
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, like moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Every package includes a written report. Typical surveys look at ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and leaning or weathered chimney stacks, across natural slate, lead flashings and flat roofs.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Rockford (BH24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a roof survey in Rockford
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Poulner Junior School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- When you will get the report
Leave it or get it looked at?
Without a survey, you’re guessing at what the roof needs. You might pay for work that doesn’t fix the real problem, or miss the fault that matters. We tell you what’s really needed. For an older or listed building in a place like Rockford, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Every price we give includes VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Why book with us
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- An independent view of the roof
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Roof surveys around Rockford
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your 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, so the council is the place to ask.
Take an older house close to Church of St Martins: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Rockford is in Hampshire. We carry out roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Rockford and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
We cover every part of the BH24 postcode area for roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Highwood (1 mile south-east), Blashford (1 mile south-west), Ibsley (1 mile north-west), Mockbeggar (1 mile north) and Ellingham (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Totton (12 miles east), Lymington (13 miles south-east), Romsey (15 miles north-east), New Milton (10 miles south-east), Barton on Sea (10 miles south-east) and Marchwood (14 miles east).
What’s near Rockford
In Rockford, that means homes and buildings near Alice Lisle Inn and Ringwood School Academy. Other landmarks nearby include St Leonard's Hospital (5.4 miles south-west) and Fordingbridge Doll Museum (3.7 miles north). Not far away are Linbrook Lake and Blashford Lakes.
How it works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take between one and two hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Around Rockford, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Booking a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Rockford
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Rockford. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
When you need someone else
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Rockford
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
Nearby places to Rockford
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What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What we need to know
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it is useful to mention:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Rockford questions
Will you come out to Rockford?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is Rockford in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Rockford is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Rockford?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How long does a roof survey take?
Allow between one and two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.