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Landlord roof survey in Crockham Heath, West Berkshire
Landlord roof surveys in Crockham Heath and the rest of West Berkshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Leaks into upper flats
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
Landlord roof survey in Crockham Heath
Our landlord and block roof surveys cover Crockham Heath and the rest of London and South East England. A visit normally takes an hour or two for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Everything is inspected as far as it can safely be seen, and by drone where it is applicable. You then get a written report with photographs. We survey blocks of flats, converted houses and gutters and downpipes, and people most often book us about flashings that have come away and gaps where tiles or slates have slipped.
In a village or hamlet like Crockham Heath, 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 whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Crockham Heath (RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Crockham Heath frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Landlord roof surveys in Crockham Heath: local notes
With Benham Park about 1.8 miles north, Crockham Heath sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. 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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
For landlords with property near Newbury station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Trees in and around Hamstead Marshall Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Crockham Heath is about 3 miles south-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Crockham Heath gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire, large and small. You can also see our page for Reading.
Here we cover the RG20 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Whether your property is on Church Lane and Church Close or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Crockham Heath include Enborne (1 mile north), Hamstead Marshall (1 mile west), Skinners Green (1 mile north-east), Enborne Row (1 mile south-east) and Ball Hill (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Newbury (3 miles north-east), Thatcham (5 miles east), Burghfield Common (14 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles north-east), Hungerford (6 miles west) and Calcot (15 miles east).
Local landmarks in Crockham Heath
Around Crockham Heath, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Park House School, Hamstead Marshall Park and Craven Arms and the streets around them. Crockham Heath’s nearest station is Newbury station, roughly 2.6 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find West Berkshire Community Hospital (4 miles north-east) and British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (2.7 miles north-east). The countryside around Crockham Heath includes Rack Marsh and Pilot Hill.
What affects the price in Crockham Heath
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Common questions in Crockham Heath
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Newbury station?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the building.
How do I find out if my home in Crockham Heath 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.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. The report follows by email.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes, that’s one of the main reasons clients book. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed to keep your plan up to date.
Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
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What we are asked to look at in Crockham Heath
Many let properties sit under roofs that have seen decades of weather. Nails, battens, flashings and underlay often fail before good slates or tiles so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Standing water on a flat roof
Take an older house close to Parish Church of St Michael: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
What to check before booking
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- What the survey won’t cover
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
When you need someone else
It’s a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Responsibility under a lease
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.