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Roof Survey in Sandy Down
Wondering about the roof at a property in Sandy Down? You can book a roof survey in Sandy Down and across Hampshire.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Roof survey in Sandy Down
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We check the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, along with the loft where it’s safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. If you’ve noticed ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and valley linings that have cracked or split, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Sandy Down, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Sandy Down (SO41)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Sandy Down: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Brockenhurst station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Sandy Down?
It can do. Within about 3 miles of the sea, as Sandy Down is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Sandy Down?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Do you go up on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We also inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We don’t 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.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
When will the report arrive?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
When to book a survey in Sandy Down
Chimneys stand exposed above the roof. Mortar crumbles, the flaunching around the pots cracks and stacks can lean. Water that gets into a stack can show up as damp in the rooms below.
Look out for signs like these:
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Debris building up in roof valleys
For landlords with property near Brockenhurst station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before you book anyone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
Useful tips for Sandy Down property owners
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Keep the report with your property records
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. That helps you decide what to do first.
Keep the loft space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. The visit typically takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Somewhere as small as Sandy Down, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Roof surveys in Sandy Down: local notes
Sandy Down is within about 3 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while driving rain finds any gap. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
Take an older house close to Church of St John: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Sandy Down is about 3 miles north of Lymington, in Hampshire. We carry out roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Sandy Down and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Here we cover the SO41 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Sandy Down, Lower Sandy Down and Hurstly Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Sandy Down: Battramsley (1 mile south), Boldre (1 mile south-east), Mount Pleasant (1 mile south-west), Pilley (1 mile south-east) and Warborne (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Eastleigh (15 miles north-east), Totton (9 miles north), Chandler's Ford (15 miles north-east), Hedge End (14 miles north-east), Lymington (3 miles south) and Romsey (14 miles north).
Landmarks near Sandy Down
Around Sandy Down, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Hobler Public House, among other places. Sandy Down’s nearest station is Brockenhurst station, about 1.6 miles north. A little further out are Lymington New Forest Hospital (1.9 miles south) and St Barbe Museum and Art Gallery (2.6 miles south). Open spaces near Sandy Down include Boldre Foreshore.
Places near Sandy Down
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Sandy Down
Letting agents and landlords in Sandy Down book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Sandy Down and across Hampshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Prices for roof surveys in Sandy Down
We confirm the price for the job before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.