Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Bramfield Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats around Bramfield, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Choked outlets and gutters
Leave it or get it looked at?
Tenants can only report what shows inside. A ceiling stain often means water has been coming in for some time. We look at the roof, not just the symptoms. Around Bramfield, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why book us in Bramfield
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bramfield
We survey let and shared roofs in Bramfield and across London and the South East. A visit usually takes between one and two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Everything is inspected as far as it can be seen safely, and by drone where it’s applicable. A written report with photos follows. If you’ve noticed failed flashings at walls and chimneys and parapets and upstands in poor repair, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on shared roofs, gutters and downpipes and flat roofs on blocks alike.
In a village or hamlet like Bramfield, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Every survey ends with 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.
- Location
- Bramfield (SG14)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Bramfield
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Historic houses such as Digswell House, about 3.5 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Bramfield goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you own a rental within reach of Watton-At-Stone station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If you look after a building such as The Sele School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Bramfield is about 3 miles north-west of Hertford, in Hertfordshire. Bramfield gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Our area takes in places right across Hertfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. London is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: SG14. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Well Green, Turners Close and Winding Shott or a nearby road, we can help. If you’re just outside Bramfield, we cover Stapleford (1 mile north-east), Tewin (1 mile west), Tewin Wood (2 miles west), Bull's Green (2 miles north-west) and Burnham Green (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Hemel Hempstead (15 miles west), Stevenage (6 miles north-west), St Albans (10 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (12 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (3 miles south-west) and Harpenden (10 miles west).
Around Bramfield
Typical jobs here are in homes near Panshanger Park and the streets around them. The closest station to Bramfield is Watton-At-Stone station, about 2.1 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Howard Centre (3.8 miles south-west) and Hertford Railway Museum (1.8 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Tewin Orchard and Hopkyns Wood.
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
What we need to know
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
What we can’t see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- A full building survey of every part of the property
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
FAQs for Bramfield
How do I find out if my home in Bramfield is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will you come out to Bramfield?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Who do you carry out landlord roof surveys for?
We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders, as well as RTM and residents’ management companies. Leaseholders sometimes book it as well.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No. The lease usually decides who is responsible and we do not give legal advice. What we provide is a clear record of the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
Do you need access to all the flats?
We may do. If the roof space or a flat roof is reached through a flat, we need access to it so please give residents notice.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
How much time does the visit need?
For a single house, expect about 1–2 hours on site, with blocks and complex roofs taking longer.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. In total, it takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Around Bramfield, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged by you or your agent.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
How to book
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What we are asked to look at in Bramfield
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.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Leaking joints at party walls
For businesses in and around places like Howard Centre, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Their report turnaround times