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Roof Survey in Sherborne St John
Roof surveys across Sherborne St John, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
Roof survey in Sherborne St John
Everything we check, we check safely: from the ground, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it’s safe. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. We survey lead flashings, the roof space and ridges, hips and valleys, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and standing water on a flat roof.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Sherborne St John (RG24)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of roof surveys
To price your survey, we look at:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The shape of the roof and its details
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What’s prompted the survey
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Before you put a home on the market, it’s useful to know the roof’s condition. You’ll know what a buyer’s survey might pick up, or at least know what to expect. Older cottages and farmhouses around Sherborne St John can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Sherborne St John
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- 20+ years’ experience
- Every finding written up with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Common roof problems in Sherborne St John
A chimney stack takes more weather than almost any other part of a roof. Pointing erodes, flaunching cracks and pots work loose. Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts at the top of the stack.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
If you live in an older home near Church of St. Andrew, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What exactly goes into their report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a small place like Sherborne St John, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there is safe access.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
FAQs for Sherborne St John
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Basingstoke station?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Sherborne St John?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you go up on the roof?
Where it’s safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. On Premium, a drone is used where it applies.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Do you cover Sherborne St John?
Yes. We carry out roof surveys in Sherborne St John, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Sherborne St John homes and their roofs
A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. The wider area around Sherborne St John has a long history of building, with The Vyne about 1.2 miles north-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you look after a building like Sherborne St John Church of England Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near The Malls, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
Sherborne St John is about 2 miles north of Basingstoke, in Hampshire. Wherever you are in Sherborne St John, we can carry out roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: RG24. Local streets include Cranes Road, Bourne Field and Church Path, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Rooksdown (1 mile south-west), Winklebury (2 miles south), Basingstoke (2 miles south), Worting (3 miles south-west) and South Ham (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Farnborough (15 miles east), Fleet (12 miles east), Aldershot (15 miles east), Alton (12 miles south-east), Yateley (12 miles east) and Tadley (4 miles north).
Around Sherborne St John
Around Sherborne St John, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Everest Community Academy, among other places. Sherborne St John’s nearest station is Basingstoke station, roughly 2.1 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Basing House (3.1 miles south-east) and Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital (1.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Daneshill Park Woods.
Practical tips
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Keep the report with your property records
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Leave roof access to professionals
Your report arrives by email. 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.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
When you need someone else
It’s useful to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- A full building survey of the property
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys