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Roof survey in Sandown, Isle of Wight
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Sandown, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Loose chimney pots
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
Sandown questions
Is drone flying allowed in Sandown?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Sandown is about 1 mile from Sandown Airport, so the Drone Safety Map is checked for restrictions around it before we fly. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Can a landlord with a rental near Sandown station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
We don’t put a figure on it, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
What does a roof survey include?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the roof space where there is safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
About our roof survey in Sandown
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. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. Common reasons to book are gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and loose ridge or hip tiles, across flat roofs, clay and concrete tiles and chimney stacks.
Houses in smaller places like Sandown can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
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
- Sandown (PO36, PO37)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Sandown
Sandown lies within about 1 mile of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. The wider area around Sandown has a long history of building, with Morton Manor about 1.5 miles north-east. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like The Bay Church of England School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Christ Church, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Sandown is about 10 miles south of Gosport, in the Isle of Wight. Roofs in Sandown get the same thorough look as anywhere else in the Isle of Wight. We cover towns and villages across the Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
Surveys in PO36 and PO37 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include High Street, Nunwell Street and Park Rise. Main roads around Sandown include the A3055 and A3056. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Lake (1 mile south-west), Yaverland (1 mile north-east), Adgestone (1 mile north), Alverstone (1 mile north-west) and Morton (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Newport (7 miles north-west), Ryde (5 miles north), Cowes (10 miles north-west), Ventnor (5 miles south-west), East Cowes (9 miles north-west) and Oakfield (5 miles north). Sandown is among the bigger towns we cover in the Isle of Wight. Remote addresses need a little more planning, so please mention your location when you call 07833 053749 or email us.
What’s near Sandown
In Sandown, that means homes and buildings near The Old Comical pub, Sandown Bay Academy and Broadlea Primary School and the streets around them. Sandown has its own railway station: Sandown station. Well-known places in the area include National Poo Museum (under half a mile south) and Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (1.6 miles south-west). Not far away are Alverstone Mead and Brading Down.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Water that gets into a stack can show as damp in the rooms below. We check the flashings and mortar for the cause.
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, but its nails often corrode first. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted, and for clips that show past repairs.
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Homes around Sandown frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A full building survey of the property
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Sandown
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Natural slate
What we’re asked to look at in Sandown
Slates and tiles often outlast the fixings that hold them. On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip, which is known as ‘nail fatigue’. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot.
We are often asked to look at:
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Landlords with a home close to Sandown station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their insurance cover
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Nearby places to Sandown
What else we do in Sandown
Why it’s worth a survey now in Sandown
Before you put a home on the market, it’s useful to know the roof’s condition. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them. Around Sandown, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
Why book with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID