Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Walhampton
Wondering about the roof at a property in Walhampton? We carry out roof surveys in Walhampton and across Hampshire.
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take about one to two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Walhampton, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Note where any stains or damp appear
How to book
If you’re buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
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How a roof survey works in Walhampton
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Every package includes a written report. We survey clay and concrete tiles, lead flashings and the roof space, and common reasons people get in touch are ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and valley linings that have cracked or split.
Some older homes in villages like Walhampton 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. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Location
- Walhampton (SO41)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Walhampton
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Over time lead flashings split, lift or work loose, and mortar fillets crack. Missing lead is not unusual either, as thieves target it.
Look out for signs like these:
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
If you let a flat or house near Lymington Town station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Their insurance cover
- What they will not be able to tell you
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- File the report with your home documents
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see whether anything has changed, and whether work has done its job.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
Also in Walhampton
Why get it checked now?
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. A survey lets you deal with things in order of urgency, rather than waiting for something to fail. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why book us in Walhampton
- Over 20 years’ experience
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
We check the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings of each stack, as far as we can safely see them. We note any lean or loose pots.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Many post-war houses have concrete interlocking tiles. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but their surfaces weather over the years, and they can crack.
Walhampton homes and their roofs
Walhampton is within about 1 mile of the coast, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
For an older house near a landmark like United Reform Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Lymington Church of England Infant School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Walhampton is about 1 mile east of Lymington, in Hampshire. Whether the building in Walhampton is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Hampshire, we cover Walhampton. For surveys nearby, see our Southampton page.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: SO41. We offer roof surveys to properties on Undershore Road and Walhampton Hill. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Lymington (1 mile west), Portmore (1 mile north), Warborne (1 mile north), Pennington (1 mile south-west) and Pilley (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Totton (11 miles north), Hedge End (15 miles north-east), Hythe (9 miles north-east), New Milton (6 miles west), Ringwood (12 miles north-west) and Locks Heath (14 miles north-east).
Around Walhampton
Around Walhampton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Ferryman pub, Priestlands School and Southlands School and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Walhampton itself: Lymington Town station. Well-known places in the area include Lymington New Forest Hospital (0.8 miles north-west) and Yarmouth Castle (4 miles south). Not far away are Boldre Foreshore.
How we price roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Which survey package you book
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Your questions about roof surveys in Walhampton
Can a landlord with a rental near Lymington Town station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Is the coastal weather around Walhampton hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Walhampton is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you work in Walhampton?
Yes. Walhampton is part of the area we cover.
Do you go up on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Walhampton?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and some details about the roof. We survey on any day of the week.
How quickly will I get the report?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.