Windsor and Maidenhead · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Plaistow Green
Landlord roof surveys in Plaistow Green from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Standing water on a flat roof
Roof by roof
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Many blocks and rear additions have flat roofs. We look for ponding, splits, blisters and tired upstands where we can see them safely.
Roof spaces and lofts
On blocks, the roof space may be reached through a flat or a communal hatch and you’ll need to arrange it.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Plaistow Green
A roof condition report helps you plan maintenance and set budgets. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, as far as can be judged from what’s visible. It doesn’t give repair costs but contractors can price from it. Urgent defects are flagged clearly, so you can deal with it first and budget for the rest. Common reasons to book are splits and blisters in flat roof coverings and loose ridge or hip tiles, on flat roofs on blocks, rented houses and converted houses.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. 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. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Where
- Plaistow Green (SL4)
- Wider area
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
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 do not climb up for a closer look.
How the survey works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photographs, sent to you by email. As for time on site, it typically takes an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. In a hamlet or village like Plaistow Green, 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. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Preparing for the visit
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
How to book
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
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Plaistow Green homes and their roofs
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. St Leonard's Hill, about 2.5 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Plaistow Green. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Cranbourne Primary 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 look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near The Lexicon, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Plaistow Green is about 3 miles south-west of Windsor, in Windsor and Maidenhead. Roofs in Plaistow Green get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Windsor and Maidenhead. Our Windsor and Maidenhead coverage includes Plaistow Green. Reading is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: SL4. We offer landlord roof surveys to properties on Lovel Road and Hatchet Lane and the roads around them. If you are just outside Plaistow Green, we cover Woodside (1 mile south-east), Brookside (1 mile south), Cranbourne (1 mile north), Winkfield (1 mile north-west) and North Ascot (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidenhead (6 miles north), Windsor (3 miles north-east), Boyn Hill (6 miles north-west), Cookham (9 miles north), Furze Platt (7 miles north) and Dedworth (3 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Plaistow Green
Around Plaistow Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Papplewick School and The Winkfield pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Plaistow Green is Ascot station, roughly 2.1 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find The Lexicon (3.4 miles west) and Berkshire Yeomanry Museum (3.7 miles north-east). Not far away are Bray Pit and Virginia Water Lake.
What we can’t see
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Plaistow Green
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How big the roof is
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The kind of building and roof involved
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
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Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Arrange flat access beforehand
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Pick the package that suits the building and your timescale.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings, alongside yearly gutter clearing.
Common questions in Plaistow Green
Is Plaistow Green within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Plaistow Green is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will the survey cover the whole building?
No. We survey the roof and its parts, not the whole property. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey or a structural engineer’s report.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
What’s the price of a landlord roof survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The building’s size, roofs and access all affect the price. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How much time does the visit need?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We’ll give you an idea when booking.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.