Hampshire · London and the South East
Soberton Heath Roof Survey
Roof surveys across Soberton Heath, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Soberton Heath
Our roof surveys cover Soberton Heath and the wider South East. We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Each survey ends with a written report, emailed with photographs and recommendations. Whether it is a house, a flat or a commercial building, the process is the same. To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us. We survey lead flashings, chimney stacks and the roof space, and common reasons people get in touch are leaking gutter joints and downpipes and worn or blocked valleys.
Some older homes in villages like Soberton Heath are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Location
- Soberton Heath (SO32, PO17)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. That’s why we look at them closely.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Ridge and verge mortar on concrete tile roofs can crack and fall away. Loose ridges and gaps in the mortar are recorded, as wind can lift them.
Roof surveys in Soberton Heath: local notes
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
If you look after a building like Newtown Soberton Infant School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Soberton Heath is about 5 miles north-west of Waterlooville, in Hampshire. Anywhere in Soberton Heath, we can carry out roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Hampshire coverage includes Soberton Heath and the places around it. There is also a page for Portsmouth.
We work across SO32 and PO17 for roof surveys and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Forester Road, May Bush Lane and Heath Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Southend (1 mile east), Woodend (1 mile west), Newtown (1 mile south), Kingsmead (1 mile west) and Mislingford (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Winchester (12 miles north-west), Gosport (8 miles south), Havant (8 miles south-east), Eastleigh (10 miles west), Fareham (6 miles south-west) and Horndean (6 miles east).
Local landmarks in Soberton Heath
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Bold Forester Public House. Well-known places in the area include Bishop's Waltham Museum (3.9 miles north-west) and Knowle Hospital (4.1 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Portsdown Hill and St Clair's Meadow.
Signs you need a roof survey in Soberton Heath
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip, which is known as ‘nail fatigue’. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot, letting tiles move.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Standing water on a flat roof
If you live in an older home near Church of the Holy Trinity, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their track record with similar roofs
Common questions in Soberton Heath
Do you carry out roof surveys in Soberton Heath?
Yes, Soberton Heath is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Soberton Heath listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as a figure. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it is wearing, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only when it’s safe. We also use views from the ground, windows and the roof space, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
How we price roof surveys
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- How big the roof is
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Which survey package you book
- The shape of the roof and its details
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Check insulation doesn’t block the airflow at the eaves.
What we do, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes about one to two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Soberton Heath, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
For a price for roof surveys in Soberton Heath, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
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.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.