Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Askett Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Askett. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Leaking joints at party walls
How a landlord roof survey works in Askett
Our landlord roof survey gives you a clear picture of a roof’s condition in a report you can plan around. We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders along with RTM and residents’ management companies. The report covers defects, photos and recommendations set out by urgency where relevant. The survey covers the roof, not the whole building. Common reasons to book are leaking joints at party walls and choked outlets and gutters, on gutters and downpipes, blocks of flats and flat roofs on blocks.
Some older homes in villages like Askett 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Where we cannot see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Askett (HP27)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Deal with urgent items first
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
Photos make it easier to explain the findings to leaseholders, tenants or directors. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Make sure the loft hatch can be reached and opened so the roof can be checked from inside. Clutter around the hatch slows things down.
What else we do in Askett
What you can safely check yourself
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Askett
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Dunstan, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Monks Risborough CofE Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Askett is about 5 miles south of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. We cover Askett and the rest of Buckinghamshire. Across Buckinghamshire, we cover Askett. Our Oxford page covers surveys nearby.
All of HP27 is within our area for landlord roof surveys. We offer landlord roof surveys to properties on Askett Village Lane, Old Manor Close and Askett Lane and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Askett: Monks Risborough (1 mile south-west), Lower Cadsden (1 mile south-east), Whiteleaf (1 mile south-east), Great Kimble (1 mile north-east) and Meadle (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Aylesbury (5 miles north), High Wycombe (8 miles south), Chesham (9 miles east), Marlow (12 miles south), Amersham (10 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Askett
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Three Crowns pub and Princes Risborough School and the streets around them. The closest station to Askett is Monks Risborough station, roughly 0.5 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Stoke Mandeville Hospital (4.1 miles north) and Great Kimble Dial Hill (0.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Askett include Beacon Hill and Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve.
Common roof problems in Askett
A tenant reporting damp or a stained ceiling is a common reason to book. The survey helps show whether the roof, gutters or flashings are involved, as far as can be seen.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
If you let a flat or house near Monks Risborough station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Questions to ask before booking
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What happens after the report arrives
- Are they insured for the work?
How it works
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey normally takes about one to two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like Askett, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can safely be seen, inside and out.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know where you stand. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
What affects the price in Askett
To price your survey, we check:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Which survey package you book
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
For a price for your roof in Askett, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What we cannot see
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
- A full building survey of every part of the property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
Questions from Askett
Is Askett within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Askett is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
What’s the price of a landlord roof survey?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The building’s size, roofs and access all affect the price. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details when you book.
Does this replace a RICS building survey?
No, it is a roof survey. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey, and it is not a structural engineer’s report.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.