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Landlord roof survey in Bentley Heath, Greater London
Wondering about the let or shared roof at a property in Bentley Heath? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Bentley Heath and across Greater London.
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Flashings that have come away
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bentley Heath
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely including the loft and flats where access is arranged. The report records the condition of each part giving all parties the same information. Where neighbours share the roof, we can only inspect what we’re given access to. If you’ve noticed cracked or lifting flashings and damp or stains in top-floor flats, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Much of London’s housing is flats, in converted houses or purpose-built blocks, where the roof is typically a shared part of the building. Whoever looks after the building needs a clear picture of the roof, chimneys and gutters, in Bentley Heath as anywhere. Leaks from a shared roof rarely affect just one home. A report gives everyone the same picture to plan from, with photographs.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Bentley Heath (EN5)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Bentley Heath
What else we do in Bentley Heath
Roof by roof
Gutters and downpipes
Hidden gutters on larger buildings can send water indoors. We give them close attention.
Roof spaces and lofts
The roof space shows a lot about a roof’s condition. We go into the loft where it is safe looking for water marks and gaps.
When to book a survey in Bentley Heath
Many let properties sit under roofs that have seen decades of weather. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
Problems we come across often include:
- Leaks into upper flats
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Flashings that have come away
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of King Charles and the Martyr, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the price includes VAT
What happens on the day
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. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. In Bentley Heath, as in much of London, plenty of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents when you book.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can safely be seen, including from inside where possible.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Keep pets in another room
- Let us know about parking before the day
Book a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What affects the price in Bentley Heath
To price your survey, we look at:
- Roof area
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Ask residents to report damp right away
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
Report times depend on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Agents often choose the package that suits the building.
Make sure the loft hatch can be reached and opened so a surveyor can look inside the roof. Stored items over the hatch make checks harder.
Landlord roof surveys around Bentley Heath
Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. Hips, bay roofs and later loft conversions are typical of those semis, if your home is one of them. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. With Wyllyotts Manor about 0.9 miles north, Bentley Heath sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near Potters Bar station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Homes near green spaces like King George's Fields (Monken Hadley) can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
Bentley Heath is about 1 mile south-west of Potters Bar, in Greater London. We carry out landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bentley Heath. Bentley Heath is one of the places in Greater London where we work for landlord roof surveys. You can also see our page for London.
We survey roofs across the EN5 postcode area for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. Other places close to Bentley Heath include Potters Bar (1 mile north-east), Monken Hadley (1 mile south), Hadley Wood (2 miles south-east), Underhill (3 miles south) and Northaw Valley (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as London (13 miles south), City of Westminster (12 miles south), Marylebone (12 miles south), Kensington (13 miles south), St Pancras (11 miles south) and Shoreditch (12 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Bentley Heath
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to King George's Fields (Monken Hadley), Dame Alice Owen's School and Duke of York pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Potters Bar station, about 1 mile north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Barnet General Hospital (2.4 miles south) and Potters Bar Museum (0.9 miles north). Open spaces near Bentley Heath include Furzefield Wood and Lower Halfpenny and Darland's Lake.
Questions from Bentley Heath
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Bentley Heath?
Typically it is manageable with a little notice. Tell us what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
Can a landlord with a rental near Potters Bar station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take an hour or two for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The written report follows by email.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later so you can plan spending. Repair costs aren’t included, but contractors can price from it.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
How experienced are you?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.