Isle of Wight · London and the South East
Roof survey in Whitwell, Isle of Wight
We carry out roof surveys in Whitwell and the rest of the Isle of Wight. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
Roof survey in Whitwell: what you get
Roofs vary a lot across London and the South East. 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. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Every part gets the attention it needs. We’re often asked to look into gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, on natural slate, clay and concrete tiles and lead flashings.
In a small place like Whitwell, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Whitwell (PO38)
- Wider area
- Isle of Wight
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Whitwell
By the time water marks a ceiling, it is frequently been getting in for a while. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. From inside the loft space, we can frequently spot it sooner. Around Whitwell, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Whitwell
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Photographs and a written report every time
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
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What else we do in Whitwell
What we do, step by step
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes between one and two hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere as small as Whitwell, 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.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Leave side gates unlocked
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
FAQs for Whitwell
Is the coastal weather around Whitwell hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Within about 1 mile of the sea, as Whitwell is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Whitwell?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
What does a roof survey include?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it’s safe. The report includes photos and recommendations.
How long will you be at the property?
The visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. We will give you an idea of timing when booking.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing is not part of our service. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The loft space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Roof by roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Where tiles hang on walls or dormers, we look at them too. Loose or missing tiles there let rain into the wall.
Natural slate
Inside the roof space, we check what’s under the slates. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none, and we note its condition.
What a survey costs
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Whitwell homes and their roofs
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Whitwell, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while driving rain finds any gap. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you look after a building such as Niton Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Take an older house close to Church of St. Mary and St. Radegund: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. If you own a rental within reach of Shanklin station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Whitwell is about 7 miles south of Newport, in the Isle of Wight. We survey roofs in Whitwell and the rest of the Isle of Wight. Whitwell is one of the towns and villages in the Isle of Wight we cover. Our Portsmouth page covers surveys nearby.
All of PO38 is covered for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on High Street, Bannock Road and Nettlecombe Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Nettlecombe (1 mile north-east), Bierley (1 mile west), Southford (1 mile north-west), Niton (1 mile south-west) and St Lawrence (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (7 miles north), Ryde (10 miles north-east), Cowes (11 miles north), Sandown (6 miles north-east), Shanklin (4 miles north-east) and East Cowes (11 miles north). If you are somewhere remote, the survey takes a little more planning, so mention it when you book.
Landmarks near Whitwell
In Whitwell, that means homes and buildings near The White Horse Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Shanklin station, about 4.5 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (4.5 miles north-east) and Blackgang Sawmill Museum (2.2 miles west). Open spaces near Whitwell include Stenbury Down.
Honest limits
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
Checking the roof from ground level
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey.