Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Hunsdonbury Landlord Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the let or shared roof at a property in Hunsdonbury from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
Landlord roof surveys in Hunsdonbury: local notes
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. The wider area around Hunsdonbury has a long history of building, with Much Hadham Palace about 4 miles north. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Take an older house close to St Francis Chapel: corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Take a building like Hunsdon Junior Mixed and Infant School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Hunsdonbury is about 3 miles north-west of Harlow, in Hertfordshire. We survey roofs in Hunsdonbury and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Hunsdonbury is one of the places in Hertfordshire we cover for landlord roof surveys. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
We cover every part of the SG12 postcode area for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Acorn Street, Great Oak Court and Nine Ashes or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Hunsdon (1 mile north), Widford (1 mile north), Nether Street (2 miles north), Wareside (2 miles north-west) and Babbs Green (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Stevenage (13 miles north-west), Bishop's Stortford (6 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (11 miles west), Hoddesdon (4 miles south-west), Cheshunt (8 miles south-west) and Hatfield (12 miles west).
Local landmarks in Hunsdonbury
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Fox & Hounds pub and Roydon Primary School, among other places. Hunsdonbury’s nearest station is Roydon station, about 1.9 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Princess Alexandra Hospital (2.5 miles south-east) and Henry Moore Studios and Gardens (2.8 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Hunsdon Mead.
About our landlord roof survey in Hunsdonbury
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format, with photos and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier to arrange. We survey flat roofs on blocks, blocks of flats and rented houses, and the problems we are asked to look at most are standing water on a flat roof and leaks into upper flats.
Somewhere as small as Hunsdonbury, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. 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 often need the most attention.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Where
- Hunsdonbury (SG12)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What we are asked to look at in Hunsdonbury
Shared roofs can fall between owners. Each party may assume someone else is dealing with it and work gets delayed. A condition report gives everyone the same starting point.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
If you let a flat or house near Roydon station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Their track record with similar roofs
What a landlord roof survey does not cover
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A full building survey of every part of the property
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
How it works
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 about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. In a small place like Hunsdonbury, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Hunsdonbury
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
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Questions from Hunsdonbury
Can a landlord with a rental near Roydon station book a roof survey?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Do you cover smaller places like Hunsdonbury?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we’re allowed to be and we will say so.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Useful tips for Hunsdonbury property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
If you need to share the findings with leaseholders or a board, the photographs help. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Regular roof checks beat waiting for a leak. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings with gutters cleared every year.