West Berkshire · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Hamstead Marshall, West Berkshire
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in Hamstead Marshall. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
Tips from our surveys
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Ask residents to report damp right away
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Don’t store items over the loft hatch
Photos make it easier to explain the findings to leaseholders, tenants or directors. The report is written in plain language.
Regular roof checks beat waiting for a leak. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings with gutters cleared every year.
How a landlord roof survey works in Hamstead Marshall
Our landlord and block roof surveys cover Hamstead Marshall and the rest of London and the South East. A visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. 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 photos. We survey flat roofs on blocks, shared roofs and rented houses, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaking joints at party walls and ponding or splits on flat roofs.
Somewhere as small as Hamstead Marshall, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently 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. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Hamstead Marshall (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a small place like Hamstead Marshall, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged with you in advance.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the roof space and the roof itself where safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets in another room
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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What a landlord roof survey looks like in Hamstead Marshall
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Historic houses such as Benham Park, about 2.1 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Hamstead Marshall goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you let a flat or house near Kintbury station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If you look after a building such as Enborne C.E. Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Hamstead Marshall is about 3 miles west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We provide landlord roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Hamstead Marshall and the surrounding area. Hamstead Marshall is one of the places in West Berkshire we cover for landlord roof surveys. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RG20 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Holtwood Road and Ash Tree Grove. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Crockham Heath (1 mile east), Ball Hill (1 mile south), Enborne (1 mile east), Skinners Green (2 miles east) and Enborne Row (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (3 miles east), Thatcham (6 miles east), Burghfield Common (15 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles north-east), Hungerford (6 miles west) and Lambourn (10 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Hamstead Marshall
Typical jobs here are in homes near The White Hart pub, Park House School and Hamstead Marshall Park and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Kintbury station, roughly 2.4 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Newbury Castle (1.1 miles north) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (4.8 miles east). For a walk, there’s Pilot Hill and Kintbury Newt Ponds.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Hamstead Marshall
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- How big the roof is
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Questions from Hamstead Marshall
Is Hamstead Marshall within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
I let a flat near Kintbury station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We check everything that can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. The written report follows by email.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons clients book. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed to keep your plan up to date.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Common roof problems in Hamstead Marshall
Shared roofs can fall between owners. Each party may assume someone else is dealing with it, so maintenance gets put off. An independent report helps everyone see the facts.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Leaks into upper flats
- Flashings that have come away
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Living close to Hamstead Marshall Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn.
What to check before booking
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Which limits apply to the survey
- How long the report takes to arrive
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hamstead Marshall
Landlords, agents and building managers in Hamstead Marshall and across West Berkshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.