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Landlord Roof Survey in Bisham
Landlord roof surveys in Bisham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Landlord roof survey in Bisham: what you get
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the roof space. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included where they’re part of the brief. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can safely be seen, along with the roof space where there is safe access. We are often asked to look into ponding or splits on flat roofs and damaged pots and flaunching, on rented houses, converted houses and shared roofs.
Somewhere as small as Bisham, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the let or shared roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Bisham (SL7)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Somewhere as small as Bisham, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
When to book a survey in Bisham
Reports of leaks or damp from tenants often lead to a survey. The survey helps show whether the roof, gutters or flashings are involved from what’s visible.
People usually book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Leaks into upper flats
If you own a rental within reach of Marlow station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Questions to ask before booking
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
Landlord roof surveys in Bisham: local notes
Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Harleyford Manor, about 1.5 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bisham. On older houses around here, roofs frequently 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.
Anyone responsible for a site like Bisham Church of England Academy will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Bisham is about 1 mile south of Marlow, in Buckinghamshire. Whether the building in Bisham is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading.
We cover every part of SL7 for landlord roof surveys. We offer landlord roof surveys to properties on Bisham Court, Marlow Road and Vansittart Road and the roads around them. We also cover Temple (1 mile south-west), Marlow (1 mile north), Cookham Dean (1 mile east), Pinkneys Green (2 miles south) and Cookham (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover High Wycombe (5 miles north), Chesham (13 miles north-east), Amersham (11 miles north-east), Beaconsfield (7 miles north-east), Chalfont St Peter (10 miles east) and Princes Risborough (12 miles north).
Landmarks near Bisham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Bull Inn and Sir William Borlase's Grammar School. The closest station to Bisham is Marlow station, roughly 1 mile north. A little further out are Marlow Museum (0.7 miles north) and Marlow Community Hospital (1.1 miles north). Open spaces near Bisham include Taplow Lake and Weycock Hill.
Useful tips for Bisham property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Deal with urgent items first
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Check the roof space can be accessed
- Give residents notice before a survey
Report times depend on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Agents frequently choose the package that suits the building.
Keep gutters and outlets clear and include any valley or parapet gutters. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
Checking the roof from the ground
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Outlets on flat roofs block easily leaving water standing. We check them as part of the survey.
Gutters and downpipes
Hidden gutters on larger buildings can send water indoors. They’re an important part of the survey.
Bisham questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Marlow station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building.
Is Bisham within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
What insurance do you have?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
What affects the price in Bisham
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.