Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Frithsden Landlord Roof Survey
Find out what’s going on with the let or shared roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Frithsden.
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Standing water on a flat roof
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
About our landlord roof survey in Frithsden
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the roof space. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included where they’re part of the brief. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can safely be seen and the loft where access is safe. We survey shared roofs, gutters and downpipes and converted houses, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged pots and flaunching and slipped or missing slates and tiles.
Older buildings in small places like Frithsden may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Frithsden (HP1)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Responsibility under a lease
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
The survey, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Cottages and farmhouses around Frithsden often 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 looked at 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 we arrive
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
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Local roofs in Frithsden
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, 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. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Potten End CofE Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Lawrence, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Frithsden is about 2 miles north-east of Berkhamsted, in Hertfordshire. Frithsden is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Frithsden. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
Every address in HP1 is covered for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover Nettleden (1 mile north-east), Potten End (1 mile south), Great Gaddesden (1 mile north-east), Fields End (1 mile south-east) and Ashridge (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Watford (10 miles south-east), Hemel Hempstead (3 miles south-east), St Albans (9 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (14 miles east), Harpenden (8 miles east) and Hatfield (13 miles east).
What’s near Frithsden
In Frithsden, that means homes and buildings near John F Kennedy Catholic School. The closest station to Frithsden is Berkhamsted station, about 1.8 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Hawridge Court (4.9 miles south-west) and Hemel Hempstead Hospital (3.1 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Long Deans.
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Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Frithsden
A roof nobody lives directly under can be easy to overlook. Minor faults can go unseen until a tenant reports a leak and by then more has been damaged.
Common reasons to book include:
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Cracked or lifting flashings
If you let a flat or house near Berkhamsted station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before you book anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What exactly goes into their report
- What experience they bring
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Frithsden
How do I find out if my home in Frithsden is listed?
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 Berkhamsted station book a roof survey?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Frithsden?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details as you book.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we check:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Roof area
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What to let us know when you contact us
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The property’s address and postcode
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A leak in a block rarely stays in one place. Early surveys help avoid damage spreading between flats. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Frithsden
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.