West Berkshire · London and the South East
Penwood Landlord Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in Penwood. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Penwood
Getting into every part of a building takes planning. The roof space and certain flats may need to be opened up for us and residents will need to be told beforehand. You or your agent arrange access, and we confirm what we need when you book. Where we cannot get into part of the building, the report says so. We survey blocks of flats, converted houses and gutters and downpipes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are missing or loose roof coverings and loose ridge or hip tiles.
Somewhere as small as Penwood, 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. 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 records the let or shared roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Where
- Penwood (RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price landlord roof surveys
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
We will normally ask about:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
- What kind of property and roof it is
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Penwood
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
Leave it or get it looked at?
Quotes from contractors set out the work they want to carry out. A survey gives you an independent view of the roof before you commission work so you know what you are asking contractors to price. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Penwood
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- A written report with photos
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Penwood
The wider area around Penwood has a long history of building, with Highclere Castle about 1.7 miles south. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Take a building like Woolton Hill Junior School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Michael Archangel, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Penwood is about 4 miles south-west of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We carry out landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Penwood. Our West Berkshire coverage includes Penwood. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
We survey roofs across the RG20 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. We cover properties on Penwood Heights, Woodlands and Foxs Lane. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Woolton Hill (1 mile north-west), Highclere (1 mile south-west), Wash Water (1 mile north-east), Enborne Row (1 mile north) and Burghclere (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (4 miles north-east), Thatcham (6 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (13 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles north-east), Hungerford (8 miles north-west) and Calcot (15 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Penwood
We work in homes and buildings around The Clere School. For rail, the closest station is Newbury station, roughly 3.7 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Newbury Castle (3.5 miles north) and British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (3.9 miles north-east). Open spaces near Penwood include Audrey's Meadow and Sidown Hill.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Penwood
How do I find out if my home in Penwood is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Penwood within the area you cover?
Yes. Penwood is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. We survey seven days a week.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Who usually books a landlord or block roof survey?
It suits anyone responsible for a let or shared roof: private landlords, letting and managing agents, freeholders and RTM companies.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Penwood?
Roofs on let and shared buildings frequently get less regular attention than owner-occupied homes. Small defects go unnoticed until water comes through a ceiling and by then more has been damaged.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Choked outlets and gutters
Landlords with a home close to Newbury station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What the survey won’t cover
- What happens after the report arrives
How it works
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at most homes, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Older roofs in small places like Penwood 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.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photographs.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.