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Landlord Roof Survey in Bushey Heath
Need a landlord roof survey in Bushey Heath? We can help, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Tell tenants when we’re coming
- Ask residents to report damp right away
- Don’t store items over the loft hatch
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
We don’t advise on leases or who should pay. What we provide is an independent record of condition to help those discussions.
Get gutters and roof outlets cleared at least once a year and include any valley or parapet gutters. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
Landlord roof survey in Bushey Heath: what you get
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. 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 make access easier to arrange. If you are worried about leaks into upper flats and gutters overflowing onto walls, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on rented houses, gutters and downpipes and blocks of flats alike.
Around Bushey Heath, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention. Nails and battens under older coverings frequently give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Bushey Heath (WD23, HA7)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. For a survey in Bushey Heath, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
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When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Parts of the roof we can’t safely see or access
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
How the survey changes by roof type
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Ridges, hips and verges take a lot of weather, so we look at them closely.
Shared chimney stacks
A leaning or cracked stack on a shared building affects more than one owner, so a clear record helps.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Bushey Heath
Is my home in Bushey Heath listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
I let a flat near Carpenders Park station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
How long is the visit?
It typically takes an hour or two for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The written report follows by email.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later so you can plan spending. Repair costs are not included but it gives contractors a clear brief.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Also near Bushey Heath
Other services in Bushey Heath
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Bushey Heath
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. The wider area around Bushey Heath has a long history of building, with Headstone Manor about 2.8 miles south. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Bushey Heath Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you live near a park such as Aldenham Country Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. Landlords with a home close to Carpenders Park station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Bushey Heath is about 1 mile south-east of Bushey, in Hertfordshire. Wherever you are in Bushey Heath, we can carry out landlord roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Bushey Heath. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in WD23 and HA7 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on High Road, Vega Road and Hive Road and the roads around them. You will find Bushey Heath on the A409 and A4140, so it is easy for us to get to. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Bushey (1 mile north-west), Oxhey (2 miles north-west), Watford Heath (2 miles west), Carpenders Park (2 miles west) and Brockley Hill (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Watford (3 miles north-west), Hemel Hempstead (10 miles north-west), St Albans (8 miles north), Welwyn Garden City (13 miles north-east), Harpenden (13 miles north) and Cheshunt (14 miles north-east).
Near you in Bushey Heath
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to St. Hilda's School, The Three Crowns Public House and Aldenham Country Park, among other places. The nearest railway station is Carpenders Park station, roughly 1.9 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Harlequin Centre (2.6 miles north-west) and Bentley Priory Museum (under half a mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include Stanmore Common.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Bushey Heath
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.