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Landlord roof survey in Poyle, Slough
Landlord roof surveys in Poyle and the rest of Slough. We survey on any day of the week.
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
How a landlord roof survey works in Poyle
Our landlord and block roof surveys cover Poyle and the rest of London and South East England. Time on site normally takes an hour or two 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, and by drone where it is applicable. A written report with photos follows. We are often asked to look into leaks into upper flats and ponding or splits on flat roofs, across shared roofs, blocks of flats and converted houses.
Older buildings in small places like Poyle may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Poyle (SL3)
- Region
- Slough
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Poyle
Frogmore House, about 3.5 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Poyle. 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. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you own a rental within reach of Heathrow Terminal 5 Rail station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Thomas, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Take a building like Pippins School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Poyle is about 3 miles north of Staines-upon-Thames, in Slough. We provide landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Poyle. Our area takes in places right across Slough, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: SL3. Local streets include Poplar Close, Sherborne Close and Bath Road, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Colnbrook (1 mile north-west), Horton (1 mile south-west), Brands Hill (1 mile west), Stanwell Moor (1 mile south-east) and Sunnymeads (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Slough (5 miles north-west), Cippenham (6 miles north-west), Chalvey (5 miles north-west), Britwell (6 miles north-west), Langley (3 miles north-west) and Upton (4 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Poyle
We work in homes and buildings around Langley Grammar School, Arthur Jacob Nature Reserve and The Punch Bowl pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Heathrow Terminal 5 Rail station, roughly 1.2 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Spelthorne Museum (3.2 miles south) and Windsor Castle (3.9 miles west). Not far away are Crane Meadows and Staines Reservoirs.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Poyle
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Poyle and across Slough can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Poyle
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Which survey package you book
- The size of the roof
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What to let us know when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Poyle
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Heathrow Terminal 5 Rail station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is my home in Poyle listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you work in Poyle?
Yes. Poyle is part of the area we cover.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Poyle?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
How it works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. The survey usually takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Somewhere like Poyle needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the loft space and the roof itself where safe.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
Relying on what tenants report means relying on what they can see. By the time a stain appears, water may have been getting in for a while. We look at the roof, not just the symptoms. Older cottages and farmhouses around Poyle can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
For a price for your roof in Poyle, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- An independent view of the roof
- Photos and a written report every time
- Over 20 years’ experience
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Arrange flat access in advance
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Pick the package that suits the building and your timescale.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly, and plan the rest. Small roof defects tend to grow.