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Roof Survey in South Hayling
Roof surveys across South Hayling, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
South Hayling homes and their roofs
South Hayling is within about 1 mile of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while driving rain finds any gap. About 3.9 miles north lies Warblington Castle, a reminder of how long the area around South Hayling has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Mary's Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Take a building like Mengham Junior School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
South Hayling is about 5 miles east of Portsmouth, in Hampshire. Roofs in South Hayling get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hampshire. South Hayling is one of the towns and villages in Hampshire where we work for roof surveys.
Every address in PO11 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Church Road, Station Road and St Leonard's Avenue, all of which we cover. Other places close to South Hayling include West Town (1 mile west), Tourner Bury (1 mile north-east), Tye (2 miles north), Stoke (2 miles north) and North Hayling (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Gosport (8 miles west), Havant (5 miles north), Fareham (11 miles north-west), Horndean (8 miles north), Waterlooville (7 miles north) and Petersfield (15 miles north).
What’s near South Hayling
In South Hayling, that means homes and buildings near Newton House Hotel, The Hayling College and The Hayling College and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Fratton station, roughly 4.3 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include St James Hospital (3.3 miles west) and Eastney Beam Engine House (3.1 miles west). For a walk, there’s Hayling Billy.
Roof survey in South Hayling
The report is written for you, in plain language. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and where it is relevant we say what’s urgent and what can wait. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where it applies and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. If you’ve noticed ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and valley linings that have cracked or split, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Houses in smaller places like South Hayling can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
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.
- Location
- South Hayling (PO11)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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What a roof survey doesn’t cover
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a smaller place like South Hayling, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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FAQs for South Hayling
Can a landlord with a rental near Fratton station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is my home in South Hayling listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, like serious sagging, we’ll say so. We don’t provide structural calculations.
What does a roof survey include?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
How long does a roof survey take?
It usually takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Report times depend on the package.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access as you book.
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
Yes. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
When to book a survey in South Hayling
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 can look like a leak.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
For landlords with property near Fratton station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Will the report include photos?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Worn or split lead lets water straight in, and lead is a target for theft.
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, and it isn’t a flue or gas safety check. If a specialist is needed, we’ll say so.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Without a survey, you are guessing at what the roof needs. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or miss the fault that matters. We tell you what’s really needed. Around South Hayling, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the exact price before you book.
Why book us in South Hayling
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 98% of clients satisfied
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See our cost guide and our case studies.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
- House, block, shop or office
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
We’ll normally ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The property’s address and postcode
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.