Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Potters Bar Landlord Roof Survey
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Potters Bar. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Leaks into upper flats
- Missing or loose roof coverings
How a landlord roof survey works in Potters Bar
The lease typically decides who is responsible for the roof and who pays. We can’t advise on what your lease says, but our report gives everyone an independent record of condition. It helps owners and managers discuss the next steps from the same facts. The report sets out what we saw, with photos and recommendations. If you’ve noticed flashings that have come away and damaged pots and flaunching, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Potters Bar mixes older houses, often slate or clay tiled, with newer estates, many of them with concrete tiles. Older homes frequently keep chimney stacks long after the fireplaces went, and their flashings and pointing still matter. Later houses have their own typical faults, from loose ridge tiles to blocked gutters.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Potters Bar (EN6)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Responsibility under a lease
- Parts of the roof we can’t safely see or access
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Potters Bar
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
What you can safely check yourself
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
You can learn a lot from ground level. 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 it works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: 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 roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. For a home in Potters Bar, the main things we need are a way into the loft, a route to the back garden and somewhere to park. If you will not be there yourself, let us know who will let us in.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
Finding a roof defect early typically means a smaller, planned job. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. Once water reaches the loft insulation in a home in Potters Bar, it loses much of its value and is slow to dry. That adds to the bill long before the leak is obvious.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- A report with photos
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% customer satisfaction
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
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FAQs for Potters Bar
Can a landlord with a rental near Potters Bar station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
How do I find out if my home in Potters Bar is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. Surveying again later shows what has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Do you work in Potters Bar?
Yes. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Potters Bar, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. The written report follows by email.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Potters Bar
Historic houses such as Wyllyotts Manor, about 0.4 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Potters Bar goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Anyone responsible for a site like Ladbrooke Junior Mixed and Infant School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. For landlords with property near Potters Bar station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If you live in an older home near St. Mary's Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Potters Bar is about 7 miles north of Finchley, in Hertfordshire. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Potters Bar for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Potters Bar is one of the places in Hertfordshire we cover. London is in our area too.
Landlord roof surveys in EN6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include High Street, Church Road and The Walk, and we cover them all. Main roads around Potters Bar include the A111 and B156, so getting to you is simple. If you’re just outside Potters Bar, we cover Bentley Heath (1 mile south-west), Northaw Valley (2 miles east), Hadley Wood (2 miles south), Monken Hadley (2 miles south) and Botany Bay (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Watford (10 miles west), Hemel Hempstead (13 miles west), Stevenage (15 miles north), St Albans (7 miles north-west), Welwyn Garden City (7 miles north) and Harpenden (11 miles north-west).
Near you in Potters Bar
We work in homes and buildings around The White Horse Public House and Mount Grace School, among other places. There’s a railway station in Potters Bar itself: Potters Bar station. A little further out are Spires Shopping Centre (3 miles south) and Barnet General Hospital (3.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Potters Bar include Furzefield Wood and Lower Halfpenny.
Roof by roof
Gutters and downpipes
Overflowing gutters soak walls and can lead to damp in flats. Any problems are photographed.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
Terraced roofs have party-wall upstands between houses. Their flashings and pointing can let water in.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Potters Bar
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.