Hampshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Wivelrod, Hampshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Wivelrod. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Loose chimney pots
What we are asked to look at in Wivelrod
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’s often mistaken for a leak, and it needs a different fix.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Loose chimney pots
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Take an older house close to Chapel of Alton Abbey: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Before you book anyone
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- What insurance they carry
- Which limits apply to the survey
How a roof survey works in Wivelrod
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. We are often asked to look into ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching, on clay and concrete tiles, lead flashings and ridges, hips and valleys.
In a village or hamlet like Wivelrod, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Wivelrod (GU34)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- How big the roof is
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Wivelrod: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Alton station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the building.
How do I find out if my home in Wivelrod is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about 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.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, like serious sagging, we will say so. We don’t provide structural calculations.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is normally fine; heavy rain and wind are different. High wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
Roof surveys in Wivelrod: local notes
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Historic houses like Bentworth Hall, about 0.8 miles north-west, show how far back building around Wivelrod goes. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. Landlords with a home close to Alton station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Wivelrod is about 3 miles west of Alton, in Hampshire. We survey roofs in Wivelrod and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Hampshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Here we cover the GU34 postcode area for roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Thedden (1 mile north-east), Beech (1 mile east), Holt End (1 mile north-west), New Copse (1 mile west) and Bentworth (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Basingstoke (9 miles north), Winchester (13 miles south-west), Fleet (13 miles north-east), Aldershot (14 miles north-east), Alton (3 miles east) and Petersfield (10 miles south-east).
What’s near Wivelrod
Wivelrod’s nearest station is Alton station, about 3 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Barton Castle (3.5 miles west) and Alton Community Hospital (2 miles east). The countryside around Wivelrod includes King's Hill.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
File the report with your other home documents. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Take photos of anything that changes.
Other services in Wivelrod
Landlord and commercial surveys in Wivelrod
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Landlords and agents in Wivelrod book surveys as well as householders. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof.
Checking the roof from ground level
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What we do, step by step
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere like Wivelrod needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You tell us about the property and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Arrange a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.