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Roof survey in Shanklin, Isle of Wight
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a roof survey in Shanklin and across the Isle of Wight, with plain-English findings.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
Questions from Shanklin
How do I find out if my home in Shanklin is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you cover smaller places like Shanklin?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We do not give a number of years. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it is wearing, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. We also inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. On Premium, a drone is used where it applies.
When will the report arrive?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photographs.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Roof survey in Shanklin
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, and the loft space where there is safe access. You get a written report with photographs and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. If you are worried about leaking gutter joints and downpipes and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like Shanklin, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Shanklin (PO37, PO36)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Repeated coatings can hide what’s underneath. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. Lifted or cracked tiles are noted.
The survey, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit normally takes about one to two hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. A visit to Shanklin is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- 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.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Advice
When to book a survey in Shanklin
Not every roof problem comes from outside. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up in the loft, and the damp gets into timbers and insulation. It is often mistaken for a leak, and it needs a different fix.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Historic houses such as Rylstone Manor, about 0.4 miles south, show how far back building around Shanklin goes. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Questions to ask before you book
- What experience they bring
- What the survey will not cover
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What happens after the report arrives
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- File the report with your home documents
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. It is a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
What a roof survey looks like in Shanklin
Shanklin is within about 1 mile of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Thatch survives on some older Isle of Wight buildings, and nowhere on the island is far from the sea. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
The streets around a church like St. Paul's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you own a rental within reach of Shanklin station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Shanklin is about 6 miles south of Ryde, in the Isle of Wight. Bookings from Shanklin are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across the Isle of Wight, we cover Shanklin. For surveys nearby, see our Portsmouth page.
Surveys in PO37 and PO36 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, Church Road and Regent Street. Shanklin is on the A3020 and A3055, so it’s easy for us to get to. Other places close to Shanklin include Luccombe Village (1 mile south), Lake (1 mile north), Sandown (2 miles north-east), Queen's Bower (2 miles north) and Alverstone (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Newport (7 miles north-west), Ryde (6 miles north), Cowes (10 miles north-west), Ventnor (3 miles south-west), East Cowes (10 miles north-west) and Oakfield (6 miles north). Shanklin is among the bigger towns we cover in the Isle of Wight. Harder-to-reach addresses take a little more planning, so please mention your location when you phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Near you in Shanklin
Around Shanklin, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Falcon pub and Sandown Bay Academy. There’s a railway station in Shanklin itself: Shanklin station. Other landmarks nearby include Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (less than half a mile north) and Rylstone Manor (under half a mile south). Not far away are Alverstone Mead and St Boniface Down.
Nearby places to Shanklin
Other services in Shanklin
Checking the roof from the ground
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 do not climb up for a closer look.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.