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Landlord Roof Survey in Hitchambury
Know where you stand with the let or shared roof before you spend money on it. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Hitchambury.
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
About our landlord roof survey in Hitchambury
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included 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. Common reasons to book are mortar falling from ridges and verges and chimney stacks in poor repair, on shared roofs, converted houses and blocks of flats.
Somewhere as small as Hitchambury, 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 be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Hitchambury (SL1, SL6)
- Wider area
- Slough
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
On older pitched roofs, the fixings and underlay frequently fail before good slates or tiles. We note what we can see.
Gutters and downpipes
Hidden gutters on larger buildings can send water indoors. They’re an important part of the survey.
Also near Hitchambury
Also in Hitchambury
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hitchambury
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
Before and after the survey
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
You receive a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. We send it by email so you can share it with owners, agents or contractors.
Keep the loft space accessible so a surveyor can look inside the roof. Clutter around the hatch slows things down.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
What helps most when you contact us:
- What made you get in touch
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Hitchambury
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
How it works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. Most surveys take about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Hitchambury, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Getting a price
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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FAQs for Hitchambury
How do I find out if my home in Hitchambury is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Taplow station?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
What insurance do you have?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
Is Hitchambury in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Hitchambury included.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Landlord roof surveys around Hitchambury
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. About 1.7 miles north lies Cliveden, a reminder of how long the area around Hitchambury has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
If you let a flat or house near Taplow station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Anyone responsible for a site like St Nicolas' Church of England Combined School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Mary, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Hitchambury is about 2 miles east of Maidenhead, in Slough. In Hitchambury, as across Slough, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Slough coverage includes Hitchambury and the places around it. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the SL1 and SL6 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. We offer landlord roof surveys to properties on Hitcham Lane and Hunt's Lane and the roads around them. If you are just outside Hitchambury, we cover Taplow (1 mile south-west), Burnham (1 mile east), Rose Hill (1 mile north), Huntercombe (1 mile south-east) and Lake End (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Slough (3 miles south-east), Chalvey (4 miles south-east), Langley (6 miles east), Upton (4 miles south-east), Datchet (6 miles south-east) and Stoke Poges (4 miles east).
Local landmarks in Hitchambury
In Hitchambury, that means homes and buildings near Haymill Valley, The E-Act Burnham Park Academy and Oak and Saw pub. The closest station to Hitchambury is Taplow station, roughly 0.8 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include The Reitlinger Bequest Museum (1.3 miles south-west) and St Mark's Hospital (2.9 miles west). The countryside around Hitchambury includes Taplow Lake and Bray Pit.