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Hawridge Landlord Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the let or shared roof at a property in Hawridge. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Leaks into upper flats
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Missing or loose roof coverings
How a landlord roof survey works in Hawridge
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft space. Flat roofs over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too when they’re in the agreed scope. 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 rented houses, flat roofs on blocks and blocks of flats, and common reasons people get in touch are failed flashings at walls and chimneys and leaks into upper flats.
In a village or hamlet like Hawridge, older cottages and farmhouses frequently 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 everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Hawridge (HP5)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Hawridge
Many let properties sit under roofs that have seen decades of weather. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves, and a survey helps show where that is happening.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Is VAT included in the price?
How we price landlord roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The size of the roof
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Hawridge: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Hawridge is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can a landlord with a rental near Berkhamsted station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect what can safely be seen: from the ground, 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.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. The report is sent afterwards by email.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What we do, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere like Hawridge needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You tell us 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.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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Towns and villages near Hawridge
What else we do in Hawridge
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Hawridge
Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. About 0.9 miles west lies Cholesbury Manor House, a reminder of how long the area around Hawridge has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Landlords with a home close to Berkhamsted station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Take a building like Hawridge and Cholesbury Church of England School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Hawridge is about 3 miles west of Berkhamsted, in Buckinghamshire. In Hawridge, as across Buckinghamshire, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire, large and small. There is also a page for Milton Keynes.
All of HP5 is covered for landlord roof surveys. Local streets include Hawridge Common and Hawridge Vale, all of which we cover. Other places close to Hawridge include Heath End (1 mile east), Bellingdon (1 mile south), Cholesbury (1 mile west), Asheridge (1 mile south) and Buckland Common (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Aylesbury (9 miles north-west), High Wycombe (10 miles south-west), Chesham (3 miles south), Marlow (14 miles south-west), Amersham (5 miles south) and Beaconsfield (10 miles south).
What’s near Hawridge
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Rose & Crown pub. The nearest railway station is Berkhamsted station, roughly 3.2 miles east. Nearby you’ll also find Hawridge Court (0.6 miles south-east) and Chiltern Hospital (4.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Sands Bank and Pavis Wood.
Why get it checked now?
Finding a roof defect early normally means a smaller, planned job. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings, plus urgent call-outs. Outbuildings and barns around Hawridge are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Surveys seven days a week
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Arrange flat access ahead of time
- Don’t wait for a leak to survey the roof
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
We don’t advise on leases or who should pay. What we provide is an independent record of condition to help those discussions.
Encourage residents to tell you about leaks or damp straight away. Early reports let you act before damage spreads.
Different roofs, different checks
Party-wall upstands and parapets
Terraced roofs have party-wall upstands between houses. Joints and flashings on these walls can fail.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roof outlets frequently clog, and standing water follows. We check them as part of the survey.