Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Allen's Green
Landlord roof surveys in Allen's Green and the rest of Hertfordshire. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
Landlord roof surveys in Allen's Green: local notes
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. About 2.2 miles north-west lies Much Hadham Palace, a reminder of how long the area around Allen's Green has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to Former Church of St Anne: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Landlords with a home close to Sawbridgeworth station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Allen's Green is about 3 miles south-west of Bishop's Stortford, in Hertfordshire. We survey roofs in Allen's Green and the rest of Hertfordshire. Allen's Green is one of the places in Hertfordshire where we work for landlord roof surveys. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
Surveys in CM21 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Close by, we survey roofs in Thorley (2 miles north-east), High Wych (2 miles south), Spellbrook (2 miles east), Sawbridgeworth (2 miles south-east) and Thorley Street (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Stevenage (13 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (3 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (13 miles west), Hoddesdon (8 miles south-west), Cheshunt (11 miles south-west) and Hatfield (15 miles west).
Near you in Allen's Green
The nearest railway station is Sawbridgeworth station, roughly 2.5 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Herts and Essex Hospital (3.4 miles north-east) and Harlow Mill (3.2 miles south). For a walk, there is Thorley Wash nature reserve.
How a landlord roof survey works in Allen's Green
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, including from the roof space and the flats where access is arranged. Each part of the roof is recorded with photos, so everyone works from the same facts. Where neighbours share the roof, we can only inspect what we are given access to. If you’ve noticed gaps where tiles or slates have slipped and blocked gutters over flats, we can find out what’s behind it, on shared roofs, gutters and downpipes and rented houses alike.
Older buildings in small places like Allen's Green may be 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. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the let or shared roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Allen's Green (CM21)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Allen's Green
A contractor’s quote tells you what they propose to do. An independent survey tells you the roof’s condition first so you know what you’re asking contractors to price. In a place like Allen's Green, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Allen's Green
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Surveys seven days a week
- A photo-illustrated written report
- 20+ years’ experience
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Allen's Green
Is Allen's Green within the area you cover?
Yes, Allen's Green is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Is my home in Allen's Green listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain does not typically stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
Do you need access to all the flats?
We may do. Where the loft or roof can only be reached through a home, we’ll need to go in, so residents need notice.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later so you can plan spending. Repair costs are not included but it gives contractors a clear brief.
Honest limits
It is useful to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the let or shared roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. The visit usually takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Somewhere as small as Allen's Green, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Allen's Green
Landlords and letting agents in Allen's Green book surveys as well as householders. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
How we price landlord roof surveys
We confirm the price for the job before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- House, block, shop or office
- The size of the roof
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- What made you get in touch
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- The address and postcode of the property
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Party-wall upstands and parapets
On terraces, walls rise between neighbouring roofs. Their flashings and pointing can let water in.
Gutters and downpipes
Hidden gutters on larger buildings can send water indoors. We give them close attention.