Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Hailey, Hertfordshire
Landlord roof surveys across Hailey, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Missing or loose roof coverings
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hailey
We survey let and shared roofs in Hailey and across London and South East England. A visit usually takes between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. We inspect from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it is safe including by drone where applicable. A written report with photos follows. We survey flat roofs on blocks, shared roofs and rented houses, and people most often book us about cracked or leaning shared chimneys and ceiling stains reported by tenants.
Somewhere as small as Hailey, 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. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Hailey (SG13)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hailey
Letting agents and landlords in Hailey book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Hailey
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Roof area
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Getting in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What we’re asked to look at in Hailey
Tenants and leaseholders rarely look at the roof. Slipped slates, cracked flashings and blocked gutters can sit unnoticed for years particularly where the roof can’t be seen from the street.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Leaks into upper flats
Homes near green spaces such as Barclay Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Hailey, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, 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.
How to prepare
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Jot down any questions you want answered
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Why it’s worth a survey now in Hailey
Water that gets into one flat can affect others below. Early surveys help avoid damage spreading between flats. Older cottages and farmhouses around Hailey can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What you get with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Surveys seven days a week
- A report with photographs
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Check the roof space can be accessed
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
You receive a written report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. We send it by email so you can share it with owners, agents or contractors.
Keep gutters and outlets clear and include any valley or parapet gutters. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
Places near Hailey
What else we do in Hailey
Landlord roof surveys in Hailey: local notes
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Older houses in the South East often 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.
The streets around a church such as Church of the Holy Trinity are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Anyone responsible for a site like Roselands Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Hailey is about 2 miles north of Hoddesdon, in Hertfordshire. Anywhere in Hailey, we can carry out landlord roof surveys at your property. Our area takes in places right across Hertfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of SG13 for landlord roof surveys. Streets in the area include Hailey Lane, Springle Lane and College Road, and we cover them all. Hailey sits on or near the A1170, so getting to you is simple. We also cover the places around Hailey: Little Amwell (1 mile north-west), Woollensbrook (1 mile south-west), Hertford Heath (1 mile west), St Margarets (1 mile north-east) and Great Amwell (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Stevenage (11 miles north-west), St Albans (13 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (10 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (7 miles west), Harpenden (14 miles west) and Cheshunt (5 miles south).
What’s near Hailey
Around Hailey, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The John Warner School, Barclay Park and The Galley Hall Public House, among other places. Hailey’s nearest station is St Margarets (Herts) station, roughly 1.1 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Barrowfield (1.8 miles north-west) and Museum of Street Lighting (1.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Hertford Heath nature reserve.
FAQs for Hailey
Can a landlord with a rental near St Margarets (Herts) station book a roof survey?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Do you cover smaller places like Hailey?
Yes, Hailey is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Hailey?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to.