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Landlord Roof Survey in Britwell
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Britwell, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Flashings that have come away
How a landlord roof survey works in Britwell
Landlords frequently book us when buying a property to rent out, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. 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 on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays which can help when arranging access with residents. We survey shared roofs, rented houses and gutters and downpipes, and common reasons people get in touch are ceiling stains reported by tenants and failed flashings at walls and chimneys.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Britwell drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from the ground.
The report works through the roof section by section, 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.
- Where
- Britwell (SL2, SL1)
- Wider area
- Slough
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from ground level
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Britwell
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Height and safe access
- The shape of the roof and its details
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What we need to know
We will typically ask about:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
What we look for on each type of roof
Shared chimney stacks
Shared stacks need everyone involved to agree work, so a clear record helps.
Roof spaces and lofts
Access to the loft may be through a flat or a common area, so it needs arranging.
Places near Britwell
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Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Britwell
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Historic houses such as Dorney Court, about 2.9 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Britwell goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live near a park like Cocksherd Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. For landlords with property near Burnham station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Take a building like Claycots School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Britwell is about 1 mile north-west of Slough, in Slough. We cover Britwell and the rest of Slough. Our area takes in places right across Slough, large and small. There’s also a page for Reading.
All of SL2 and SL1 is covered for landlord roof surveys. You will find streets like Park Road, Crown Lane and Church Road. Other places close to Britwell include Farnham Royal (1 mile north-east), East Burnham (1 mile north), Cippenham (1 mile south-west), Slough (1 mile south-east) and Burnham (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Langley (4 miles south-east), Upton (3 miles south-east), Datchet (4 miles south-east), Ditton (4 miles south-east), Poyle (6 miles south-east) and Colnbrook (5 miles south-east). Being one of Slough’s larger places, Britwell has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Around Britwell
Around Britwell, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Beechwood School, Cocksherd Wood and The Duke's Head Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Britwell is Burnham station, about 1.2 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are The History On Wheels Museum (2.3 miles south) and Wexham Park Hospital (2.1 miles east). Open spaces near Britwell include Taplow Lake and Burnham Beeches.
Why act early in Britwell
Defects caught early can often be dealt with as planned work. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. In an older home around Britwell, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
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.
Why us?
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Questions from Britwell
Will you come out to Britwell?
Yes, Britwell is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Britwell is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Will the survey cover the whole building?
No. We survey the roof and its parts, not the whole property. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey or a structural engineer’s report.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Useful tips for Britwell property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Ask residents to report damp right away
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
If you need to share the findings with leaseholders or a board, the photos help. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. Early reports let you act before damage spreads.
What we do, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. For a survey in Britwell, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- 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.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.