Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Newnham, Hertfordshire
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Newnham and across Hertfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Choked outlets and gutters
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photographs included.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
How a landlord roof survey works in Newnham
We survey let and shared roofs in Newnham and across London and the South East. A visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. We inspect from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe including by drone where applicable. You then get a written report with photos. We survey shared roofs, blocks of flats and rented houses, and people most frequently book us about choked outlets and gutters and ponding or splits on flat roofs.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
If any part of the let or shared roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Newnham (SG7)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Newnham: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Newnham is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
I let a flat near Baldock station. Can you check the roof?
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 it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Are you insured?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
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Prices for landlord roof surveys in Newnham
When we price a survey, we consider:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Building height and the viewpoints available
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Getting in touch
We will typically ask about:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen 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.
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
What we are asked to look at in Newnham
People living in a building seldom see the roof itself. Defects up on the roof can go unreported for a long time, especially on taller buildings.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Leaks into upper flats
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
For landlords with property near Baldock station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
What we cannot see
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
Landlord roof surveys around Newnham
Historic houses like Hinxworth Place, about 1.4 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Newnham goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Anyone responsible for a site like The Knights Templar School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Vincent, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Newnham is about 3 miles north-east of Letchworth, in Hertfordshire. Anywhere in Newnham, we can carry out landlord roof surveys at your property. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire, large and small. Milton Keynes is in our area too.
Here we cover the SG7 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Ashwell Road and Caldecote Road or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Newnham include Caldecote (1 mile north-west), Bygrave (2 miles south-east), Ashwell End (2 miles north), Bury End (2 miles north) and Ashwell (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Stevenage (8 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (15 miles south), Hitchin (6 miles south-west), Letchworth (4 miles south-west), Letchworth Garden City (4 miles south-west) and Benslow (6 miles south-west).
Around Newnham
The nearest railway station is Baldock station, about 2 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Bygrave House (1.5 miles south-east) and Fairfield Hospital (3 miles south-west). The countryside around Newnham includes Arlesey Old Moat and Glebe Meadows.
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. In a small place like Newnham, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.