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Landlord roof survey in Belsize, Hertfordshire
A careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Belsize, with photos and a written report.
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Cracked or lifting flashings
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Belsize, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Landlord roof survey in Belsize: what you get
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format, with photos and recommendations. Surveys are carried out seven days a week, which can make access easier to arrange. If you’re worried about slipped or missing slates and tiles and blocked gutters over flats, we can find out what’s behind it, on gutters and downpipes, converted houses and shared roofs alike.
In a small place like Belsize, 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 written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Belsize (WD3, WD4)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near Belsize
What else we do in Belsize
What we can’t see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- Who pays under the lease (that’s a legal question)
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
Why it is worth a survey now in Belsize
Quotes from contractors set out the work they want to carry out. An independent survey tells you the roof’s condition first so you know what you are asking contractors to price. Around Belsize, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- PI and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide or two real surveys.
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Don’t wait for a leak to survey the roof
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
If anything in the report needs explaining, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person one.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem normally is.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Belsize
Historic houses like Chenies Manor House, about 2 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Belsize goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Anyone responsible for a site like Sarratt Church of England Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you own a rental within reach of Kings Langley station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Paul, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Belsize is about 3 miles north of Chorleywood, in Hertfordshire. Belsize gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Belsize is one of the places in Hertfordshire we cover. London is in our area too.
We survey roofs across WD3 and WD4 for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include Plough Lane, Bragmans Lane and Poles Hill, all of which we cover. Other places close to Belsize include Flaunden (1 mile west), Chenies (2 miles south-west), Latimer (2 miles south-west), Chorleywood (3 miles south) and Little Chalfont (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Watford (5 miles south-east), Hemel Hempstead (4 miles north-east), St Albans (8 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (15 miles north-east), Harpenden (11 miles north-east) and Hatfield (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in Belsize
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Two Brewers Inn and Kings Langley School. Belsize’s nearest station is Kings Langley station, about 2.9 miles east. Nearby you will also find Hemel Hempstead Hospital (4 miles north). Not far away are Sarratt Bottom nature reserve.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
How the survey changes by roof type
Roof spaces and lofts
The loft space shows a lot about a roof’s condition. We check it where there’s safe access looking for water marks and gaps.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Outlets on flat roofs block easily leaving water standing. They’re checked during the survey.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Belsize
Do you cover smaller places like Belsize?
Yes, Belsize is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Kings Langley station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Belsize?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking. For a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
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.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Belsize?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. The report is sent afterwards by email.