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Landlord roof survey in Colliers End, Hertfordshire
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? You can book a landlord roof survey in Colliers End and across Hertfordshire.
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Colliers End
Landlords frequently book us when buying a property to rent out, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Agents and freeholders often want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format, with photos and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends which can help when arranging access with residents. Typical surveys look at ponding or splits on flat roofs and leaking joints at party walls, on shared roofs, blocks of flats and gutters and downpipes.
In a village or hamlet like Colliers End, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Colliers End (SG11)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- File each roof report for future reference
- Arrange flat access ahead of time
- Make sure the loft space can be accessed
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Agents often choose the package that suits the building.
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.
How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and downpipes
Water from failed gutters often shows as damp inside. Any problems are photographed.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Many blocks and rear additions have flat roofs. Ponding, splits and blistering are recorded where we can see them safely.
What affects the price in Colliers End
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and agents in Colliers End book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof, useful for planning maintenance.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Questions from Colliers End
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Colliers End?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Colliers End?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is this an asbestos survey?
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.
What’s the best way to book?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
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. It does not include repair cost estimates, but contractors can price from it.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we’re allowed to be, and the report says so.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Nearby places to Colliers End
What else we do in Colliers End
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take between one and two hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Rural addresses near Colliers End can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Find any records of previous roof work
How to book
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Colliers End, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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What a landlord roof survey looks like in Colliers End
Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. With Much Hadham Palace about 3.7 miles east, Colliers End sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like Ralph Sadleir Middle School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Mary's, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Landlords with a home close to Ware station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Colliers End is about 4 miles north of Ware, in Hertfordshire. Roofs in Colliers End get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hertfordshire. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: SG11. We also cover the places around Colliers End: Standon Green End (1 mile south-west), Barwick (1 mile south-east), High Cross (1 mile south), Sacombe Green (2 miles west) and Puckeridge (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Stevenage (8 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (7 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (9 miles south-west), Harpenden (15 miles west), Hitchin (13 miles north-west) and Hoddesdon (8 miles south).
Local landmarks in Colliers End
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Lamb and Flag pub, among other places. Colliers End’s nearest station is Ware station, about 4.2 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Hertford County Hospital (5.9 miles south-west) and Barrowfield (4.9 miles south). The countryside around Colliers End includes King's Meads.
Checking the roof from ground level
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.