Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Sleaford, Hampshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Sleaford. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
Landlords, agents and block managers in Sleaford
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Roof survey in Sleaford: what you get
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it’s safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. Typical surveys look at slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, across clay and concrete tiles, ridges, hips and valleys and the roof space.
Some older homes in villages like Sleaford are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
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
- Sleaford (GU35)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a hamlet or village like Sleaford, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Roof surveys in Sleaford: local notes
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. 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 check with the council.
Take a building like Mill Chase Academy: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you own a rental within reach of Bentley (Hampshire) station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Sleaford is about 5 miles east of Alton, in Hampshire. From houses to flats and shops in Sleaford, the roof can be surveyed. Sleaford is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
Surveys in GU35 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Kingsley (1 mile west), Pinewood Village (1 mile south), Lindford (1 mile south), Frithend (1 mile north) and Bordon (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Basingstoke (14 miles north-west), Farnborough (12 miles north), Fleet (10 miles north), Aldershot (9 miles north-east), Alton (5 miles west) and Petersfield (10 miles south).
Near you in Sleaford
Around Sleaford, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The New Inn, among other places. Sleaford’s nearest station is Bentley (Hampshire) station, roughly 3.2 miles north. Nearby you will also find Chase Community Hospital (2.1 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Deadwater Valley.
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The size of the roof
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Which survey package you book
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Checking the roof from ground level
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Also in Sleaford
When to book a survey in Sleaford
Some damage starts inside the roof space. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up in the loft, wetting timbers and insulation. It’s often mistaken for a leak, and it needs a different fix.
We are often asked to look at:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of All Saints, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
What to check before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Will the report include photos?
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How soon the report will arrive
Leave it or get it looked at?
If you’re planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them. For older village homes like those around Sleaford, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Why book with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- An independent view of the roof
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Questions from Sleaford
I let a flat near Bentley (Hampshire) station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is Sleaford within the area you cover?
Yes. Sleaford is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Does the weather affect the survey?
A survey can normally go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We send it by email.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.