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Landlord roof survey in Patchetts Green, Hertfordshire
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats around Patchetts Green, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Flashings that have come away
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Landlord roof survey in Patchetts Green: what you get
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. 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, along with the roof space where there’s safe access. Typical surveys look at leaks into upper flats and failed flashings at walls and chimneys, across rented houses, blocks of flats and shared 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. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Patchetts Green (WD25)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Patchetts Green often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You let us know 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 the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photographs.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
FAQs for Patchetts Green
Is my home in Patchetts Green listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Watford North station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons clients book. Surveying again later shows what has changed to keep your plan up to date.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. You will then get the report by email.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Is Patchetts Green in your area?
Yes, we do. Patchetts Green is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Patchetts Green?
Reports of leaks or damp from tenants often lead to a survey. The survey helps show whether the roof, gutters or flashings are involved from what’s visible.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
If you live in an older home near Church of St John the Baptist, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
What affects the price in Patchetts Green
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How big the roof is
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The address and postcode of the property
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Nearby places to Patchetts Green
Other services in Patchetts Green
Landlord roof surveys around Patchetts Green
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Historic houses such as High Elms Manor, about 3 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Patchetts Green goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
Anyone responsible for a site like Queens' School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you let a flat or house near Watford North station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Patchetts Green is about 1 mile north of Bushey, in Hertfordshire. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Patchetts Green for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for London.
We cover every part of WD25 for landlord roof surveys. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Hilfield Lane, Stables End and Canter Close or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Patchetts Green include Round Bush (1 mile north-east), Aldenham (1 mile north), Letchmore Heath (1 mile east), Kemprow (1 mile north-east) and Bushey (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Hemel Hempstead (8 miles north-west), St Albans (6 miles north), Welwyn Garden City (11 miles north-east), Harpenden (10 miles north), Cheshunt (13 miles east) and Hatfield (8 miles north-east).
Around Patchetts Green
We work in homes and buildings around Highwood Primary School, Three Compasses Public House and Oxhey Park, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Watford North station, about 1.7 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Watford General Hospital (2.5 miles south-west) and Hertfordshire Fire Brigade Museum (1.8 miles south-west). Not far away are Stanmore Common.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Keeping a dated survey on file helps with future planning. Surveying again later shows what has changed which helps with rolling maintenance. For an older or listed building in a place like Patchetts Green, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Patchetts Green
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
What this survey can’t tell you
It’s a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses