Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in South Mimms
An experienced roof surveyor for landlord roof surveys in South Mimms. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
About our landlord roof survey in South Mimms
Getting into every part of a building takes planning. The loft space and certain flats may need to be opened up for us and residents will need to be told in advance. Your agent or you arrange access, and we confirm what we need as you book. Any part we couldn’t reach is noted in the report. We are frequently asked to look into leaking joints at party walls and choked outlets and gutters, across shared roofs, flat roofs on blocks and gutters and downpipes.
In a small place like South Mimms, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- South Mimms (EN6)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Older roofs in small places like South Mimms can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the roof 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.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Don’t wait for a leak to survey the roof
- Deal with urgent items first
- Ask residents to report damp right away
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings with gutters cleared every year.
South Mimms homes and their roofs
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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. With Wyllyotts Manor about 1.6 miles east, South Mimms sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Giles, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Landlords with a home close to Potters Bar station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Shop and office owners around Spires Shopping Centre may find that knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
South Mimms is about 2 miles west of Potters Bar, in Hertfordshire. If you’re in South Mimms, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
We cover every part of EN6 for landlord roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on St Giles' Avenue, Blanche Lane and Greyhound Lane. Other places close to South Mimms include Ridge (1 mile south-west), Dancers Hill (1 mile south-east), Kitts End (2 miles south-east), Well End (2 miles south-west) and Green Street (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Watford (8 miles west), Hemel Hempstead (11 miles west), Stevenage (15 miles north), St Albans (6 miles north-west), Welwyn Garden City (7 miles north) and Harpenden (10 miles north-west).
Around South Mimms
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The White Hart Public House, North Mimms Park and Dame Alice Owen's School. South Mimms’s nearest station is Potters Bar station, about 1.6 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Spires Shopping Centre (2.9 miles south-east) and Shenley Hospital (2.7 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Darland's Lake and Furzefield Wood and Lower Halfpenny.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
What happens if roof problems are left?
Water that gets into one flat can affect others below. Early surveys help avoid damage spreading between flats. For older village homes like those around South Mimms, the right replacement materials are not always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What you get with us
- A written report with photographs
- An independent view of the roof
- PI and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
FAQs for South Mimms
Do you cover smaller places like South Mimms?
Yes, South Mimms is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in South Mimms listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
What does a block roof survey cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Blocks are priced on their size and roofs. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form for a price.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes, we survey shared roofs often. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we’re allowed to be, and the report says so.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The roof’s overall size
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What to let us know when you get in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- When you need the report by
- The property’s address and postcode
- Anything about access we should know
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.