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Landlord roof survey in Great Offley, Hertfordshire
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? You can book a landlord roof survey in Great Offley and across Hertfordshire.
- Leaks into upper flats
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Damaged pots and flaunching
Landlord roof survey in Great Offley: what you get
Landlords frequently book us when buying a property to rent out, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Agents and freeholders frequently want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason with photographs and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends which can help when arranging access with residents. We survey blocks of flats, flat roofs on blocks and converted houses, and people most often book us about cracked or lifting flashings and ceiling stains reported by tenants.
Somewhere as small as Great Offley, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can safely be seen, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the let or shared roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Great Offley (SG5)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Great Offley
Landlords and agents in Great Offley book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
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What we are asked to look at in Great Offley
Many let properties sit under roofs that have seen decades of weather. Nails, battens, flashings and underlay frequently fail before good slates or tiles, and a survey helps show where that’s happening.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Leaks into upper flats
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Choked outlets and gutters
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary Magdalene, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
What we do, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, most surveys take an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Rural addresses near Great Offley can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Preparing for the visit
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask residents to report damp right away
- Do not store items over the loft hatch
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. What we provide is an independent record of condition that everyone can refer to.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. Early reports let you act before damage spreads.
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- What’s prompted the survey
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Great Offley questions
Is Great Offley within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
I let a flat near Hitchin 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.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when you book.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. We will confirm the timing when you book.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes. We survey what we can access and see safely. The report records what couldn’t be seen in the report.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Great Offley homes and their roofs
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you let a flat or house near Hitchin station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Take a building like Offley Endowed Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Great Offley is about 3 miles south-west of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. We carry out landlord roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Great Offley and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across Hertfordshire. Our Milton Keynes page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: SG5. Whether your property is on High Street, Garden Fields and John Hall Court or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you are just outside Great Offley, we cover The Flints (1 mile west), Temple End (2 miles east), Ley Green (2 miles south-east) and Pegsdon (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Hemel Hempstead (13 miles south-west), Stevenage (7 miles east), St Albans (12 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (11 miles south-east), Harpenden (8 miles south) and Hitchin (3 miles north-east).
Around Great Offley
We work in homes and buildings around The Bull Public House and the streets around them. Great Offley’s nearest station is Hitchin station, about 3.7 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Ravensburgh Castle (3.1 miles north-west) and Keech Hospice Care (4.2 miles west). The countryside around Great Offley includes Pegsdon Hills and Markham's Hill.