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Roof survey in Westley, Hampshire
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Roof surveys in Westley, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Standing water on a flat roof
How a roof survey works in Westley
Across London and South East England, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. 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. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. We survey chimney stacks, natural slate and ridges, hips and valleys, and common reasons people get in touch are slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and blocked, sagging or leaking gutters.
In a small place like Westley, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Westley (SO21)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a roof survey in Westley
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and rain finds any gap it can. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
For landlords with property near Winchester station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
How we price roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- The roof’s overall size
- Which survey package you book
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Photograph stains when they appear
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
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.
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere as small as Westley, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- 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
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Let us know about parking before the day
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Questions from Westley
How do I find out if my home in Westley is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Winchester station?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the building.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it normally takes about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Why act early in Westley
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. Older and listed buildings around Westley may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Why us?
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Prices that include VAT
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Surveys on any day of the week
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What a roof survey looks like in Westley
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Stephen, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. If you look after a building like Sparsholt Church of England Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Westley is about 4 miles north-west of Winchester, in Hampshire. Westley gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Across Hampshire, we cover Westley. We also survey roofs in Southampton.
Surveys in SO21 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a roof survey at a property on Hillside Road, Library Lane and Chute Hill or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Sparsholt (1 mile south-east), Littleton (2 miles east), Harestock (3 miles east), Weeke (3 miles east) and Oliver's Battery (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Winchester (4 miles south-east), Eastleigh (8 miles south), Andover (9 miles north-west), Totton (13 miles south-west), Chandler's Ford (7 miles south) and Hedge End (12 miles south).
Local landmarks in Westley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Plough Inn. The closest station to Westley is Winchester station, roughly 3.4 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Winchester Castle (3.5 miles south-east) and Balfour Museum of Hampshire Red Cross History (2.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Westley includes Winnall Moors.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book.