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Landlord Roof Survey in Burghfield Bridge
Know where you stand with the let or shared roof before you spend money on it. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Burghfield Bridge, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Choked outlets and gutters
Landlord roof surveys around Burghfield Bridge
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. The wider area around Burghfield Bridge has a long history of building, with Mapledurham House about 3.8 miles north. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live near a park such as Calcot Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St Matthew's, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Burghfield Bridge is about 2 miles south-west of Reading, in Reading. We survey roofs in Burghfield Bridge and the rest of Reading, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Reading.
We work across RG30 for landlord roof surveys. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Mill Road, Green Lane and Burghfield Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Burghfield Bridge: Fords Farm (1 mile north), Southcote (1 mile north-east), Horncastle (1 mile north), Pingewood (1 mile south-east) and Beansheaf Farm (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Caversham (4 miles north-east), Shinfield (4 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (6 miles south-east), Caversham Heights (4 miles north-east), Whitley Wood (3 miles east) and Sonning Common (6 miles north).
Around Burghfield Bridge
In Burghfield Bridge, that means homes and buildings near Calcot Park, Prospect School and Elvian School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Reading Green Park station, roughly 1 mile east. Other landmarks nearby include Battle Hospital (2.2 miles north-east) and Broad Street Mall (2.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and South Lake.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Burghfield Bridge
Our landlord roof survey gives you a clear picture of a roof’s condition in a report you can plan around. We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders, as well as residents’ and RTM management companies. You get a written report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. The survey covers the roof, not the whole building. If you’re worried about leaking joints at party walls and worn ridges, hips and verges, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Burghfield Bridge may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Where we cannot see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Burghfield Bridge (RG30)
- Wider area
- Reading
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
- A full structural assessment of the building
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Burghfield Bridge
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
Roof by roof
Party-wall upstands and parapets
A parapet can hide a gutter that’s hard to see. They’re checked where safe access allows.
Roof spaces and lofts
The roof space shows a lot about a roof’s condition. We go into the loft where it’s safe, looking for staining, damp and daylight.
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Burghfield Bridge?
Older buildings across London and South East England have roofs that are decades old. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
Anyone responsible for a site like Kennet Valley Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Burghfield Bridge: your questions answered
Is my home in Burghfield Bridge listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Can a landlord with a rental near Reading Green Park station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it when booking and we will explain what’s needed.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We look at everything that can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you work in Burghfield Bridge?
Yes, we do. Burghfield Bridge is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Burghfield Bridge?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it’s agreed before booking.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Burghfield Bridge and across Reading can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Burghfield Bridge
Budgets work best when they’re based on the roof’s actual condition. A survey shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, so spending can be spread sensibly. Around Burghfield Bridge, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- A written report with photos
- Prices that include VAT
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes about one to two hours at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Burghfield Bridge, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photographs.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Getting a price
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.