Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in The Hangers, Hampshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across The Hangers, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
What we are asked to look at in The Hangers
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and rain finds any gap it can. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Bishops Waltham Infant School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Their insurance cover
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Roof survey in The Hangers: what you get
Roofs vary a lot across London and South East England. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. We adapt the survey to the roof in front of us. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Every part gets the attention it needs. If you’ve noticed gutters that overflow in heavy rain and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ridges, hips and valleys, the roof space and clay and concrete tiles alike.
Somewhere as small as The Hangers, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it is typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Location
- The Hangers (SO32)
- Region
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in The Hangers
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
For landlords with property near Botley station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
The Hangers is about 6 miles north-east of Hedge End, in Hampshire. If you are in The Hangers, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Hampshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
All of SO32 is within our area for roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Dean (1 mile west), Upper Swanmore (1 mile south-east), Swanmore (2 miles south), Hill Grove (2 miles south) and Droxford (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Winchester (8 miles north-west), Gosport (11 miles south), Havant (11 miles south-east), Eastleigh (7 miles west), Fareham (8 miles south) and Horndean (9 miles south-east).
Near you in The Hangers
In The Hangers, that means homes and buildings near Swanmore College of Technology. The nearest railway station is Botley station, roughly 4.7 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Bishop's Waltham Museum (1.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Beacon Hill and Bishops Waltham Branch LNR.
Your questions about roof surveys in The Hangers
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Botley station?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in The Hangers?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report.
How do I arrange a roof survey in The Hangers?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Why act early in The Hangers
Many roofs go years without anyone looking at them closely. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, so you can compare it next time. Around The Hangers, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in The Hangers
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Weekday and weekend surveys
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Somewhere as small as The Hangers, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
- Mention any damp patches when you book
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. The photos show what we found and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Compare each report with the last.