Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Rowsham
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in Rowsham. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Rowsham
With a shared roof, it is not always clear what’s wrong or where. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen including the loft and flats where access is arranged. Each part of the roof is recorded with photos, so everyone works from the same facts. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we’re allowed to reach. If you’ve noticed blocked gutters over flats and damp or stains in top-floor flats, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a small place like Rowsham, many roofs stand in the open, 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 roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
If any part of the let or shared roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Rowsham (HP22)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Somewhere as small as Rowsham, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- Each roof is looked at from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Before the survey
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
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. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Tips from our surveys
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Keep the loft hatch clear and reachable
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Agents often choose the package that suits the building.
Regular roof checks beat waiting for a leak. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings, alongside yearly gutter clearing.
Landlord roof surveys around Rowsham
A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Historic houses like Ascott House, about 3.8 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Rowsham goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For businesses in and around places such as Friars Square, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. Take a building like Wingrave Church of England Combined School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Rowsham is about 3 miles north-east of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Roofs in Rowsham get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Buckinghamshire. Rowsham is one of the places in Buckinghamshire we cover for landlord roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
We work across the HP22 postcode area for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets such as Bennetts Lane and Manor Road. Other places close to Rowsham include Wingrave (1 mile north-east), Aston Abbotts (1 mile north), Bierton (2 miles south-west), Burcott (2 miles south) and Broughton (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Aylesbury (3 miles south-west), Chesham (12 miles south-east), Buckingham (14 miles north-west), Amersham (14 miles south-east), Elmhurst (3 miles south-west) and Southcourt (4 miles south-west).
Around Rowsham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to MacIntyre School, among other places. The closest station to Rowsham is Aylesbury station, roughly 3.5 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bolbec Castle (3.6 miles north-west) and Tindal Centre (2.7 miles south-west).
Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Rowsham
Older buildings across London and South East England have roofs that are decades old. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
If you own a rental within reach of Aylesbury station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- When you’ll get the report
- What insurance they carry
- What follow-up you get after the report
Also in Rowsham
Why get it checked now?
Defects caught early can often be dealt with as planned work. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. Around Rowsham, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Rowsham
- Over 20 years’ experience
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- A report with photos
- 98% customer satisfaction
FAQs for Rowsham
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Aylesbury station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the building.
Is Rowsham within the area you cover?
Yes, Rowsham is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How big the roof is
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- What made you get in touch
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.