Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in High Leigh
Landlord roof surveys across High Leigh, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
Useful tips for High Leigh property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Check the loft space can be accessed
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
You receive a report with photos and recommendations ranked by urgency where relevant. We send it by email ready to pass on to whoever needs it.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. Many landlords and agents survey their roofs on a rolling basis, alongside yearly gutter clearing.
About our landlord roof survey in High Leigh
A roof over tenants or leaseholders often gets attention only when water comes in. A condition survey lets you find problems before they become leaks, and plan work rather than react to it. The findings come in a written report with photos to keep on file for the building. Many clients repeat the survey on a rolling basis to keep maintenance plans current. If you’re worried about cracked or lifting flashings and cracked or leaning shared chimneys, we can find out what’s behind it.
Older buildings in small places like High Leigh 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 like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Place
- High Leigh (EN11)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near High Leigh
Also in High Leigh
Landlord roof surveys in High Leigh: local notes
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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Catherine & St Paul, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Living close to Barclay Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn. Anyone responsible for a site like Westfield Community Primary School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
High Leigh is about 1 mile north-west of Hoddesdon, in Hertfordshire. Surveys in High Leigh work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Surveys in EN11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Lord Street, Sedgwick Grove and Box Lane. Close by, we survey roofs in Woollensbrook (1 mile north), Goose Green (1 mile west), Hoddesdon (1 mile south-east), Broxbourne (1 mile south) and Hailey (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (12 miles north-west), St Albans (13 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (11 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (8 miles west), Harpenden (14 miles west) and Cheshunt (4 miles south).
Around High Leigh
Around High Leigh, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Barclay Park, King William IV Public House and Robert Barclay Academy and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Broxbourne station, roughly 1.3 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Lowewood Museum (0.8 miles south-east) and Hertford County Hospital (3.5 miles north-west). Not far away are Danemead and Cheshunt Lake.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
Roof by roof
Party-wall upstands and parapets
Parapet walls frequently hide gutters behind them. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see.
Roof spaces and lofts
Underlay on older roofs can be felt, or missing. The report records the underlay where it’s visible.
Common questions in High Leigh
Can a landlord with a rental near Broxbourne station book a roof survey?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is my home in High Leigh listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we’ll recommend the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Do you cover High Leigh for landlord roof surveys?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, High Leigh included.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
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.
How it works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take an hour or two at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like High Leigh can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged with you in advance.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it is safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
How to prepare
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking before the day
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Why act early in High Leigh
Defects caught early can often be dealt with as planned work. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like High Leigh, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why us?
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.