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Landlord Roof Survey in Stratfield Saye
Landlord roof surveys in Stratfield Saye, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book.
Landlord roof survey in Stratfield Saye: what you get
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format, with photos and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier to arrange. If you are worried about leaking joints at party walls and blocked gutters over flats, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
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 roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Stratfield Saye (RG7)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Stratfield Saye homes and their roofs
The wider area around Stratfield Saye has a long history of building, with Stratfield Saye House about 1.1 miles east. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St. Mary the Virgin, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Landlords with a home close to Mortimer station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Stratfield Saye is about 5 miles east of Tadley, in West Berkshire. Bookings from Stratfield Saye are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Stratfield Saye is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire where we work. Reading is in our area too.
Every address in RG7 is within our area for landlord roof surveys. Whether your property is on Green Lane, Fair Oak Lane and New Street or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Stratfield Saye include West End Green (1 mile west), Fair Cross (1 mile north-east), Spanish Green (2 miles south), Stratfield Mortimer (2 miles north-west) and Bramley Green (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Newbury (13 miles west), Thatcham (11 miles west), Burghfield Common (4 miles north-west), Speenhamland (14 miles west), Spencers Wood (4 miles north-east) and Calcot (6 miles north).
Near you in Stratfield Saye
Stratfield Saye’s nearest station is Mortimer station, about 1.6 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Calleva Museum (3.3 miles west) and Beaumys Castle (2.4 miles north-east). For a walk, there is The Marshes Local Nature Reserve.
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Responsibility under a lease
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Cottages and farmhouses around Stratfield Saye often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- You or your agent arrange access to the roof space and any flats we need to enter.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can be seen safely, including from inside where possible.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Useful tips for Stratfield Saye property owners
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- File each roof report for future reference
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. What we provide is an independent record of condition to help those discussions.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly and schedule the others. Small roof defects tend to grow.
Different roofs, different checks
Party-wall upstands and parapets
We inspect the parts of a shared roof we can access, and the report says what was seen.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roofs are common over blocks, extensions and garages. We look for ponding, splits, blisters and tired upstands as far as safe access allows.
Stratfield Saye: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Mortimer station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the building.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Stratfield Saye?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
How do I book a survey in Stratfield Saye?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Do you look in the loft space?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We will confirm the timing as you book.
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Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.