Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Temple End, Hertfordshire
Need a landlord roof survey in Temple End? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Cracked or lifting flashings
How a landlord roof survey works in Temple End
A roof condition report helps you plan maintenance and set budgets. You can see what’s urgent and what can wait, as far as can be judged from what’s visible. It does not include repair cost estimates, but it gives contractors a clear brief to price from. Urgent defects are flagged clearly, so you can deal with it first and budget for the rest. Typical surveys look at flashings that have come away and blocked gutters over flats, across converted houses, rented houses and shared roofs.
In a small place like Temple End, 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 written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Where
- Temple End (SG4)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Temple End can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before the survey
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- A full structural assessment of the building
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
Checking the roof from the ground
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
Also near Temple End
Other services in Temple End
Why get it checked now?
Quotes from contractors set out the work they want to carry out. A survey gives you an independent view of the roof before you commission work, so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Outbuildings and barns around Temple End are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Temple End
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Questions from Temple End
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Temple End?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
I let a flat near Hitchin station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes. We inspect the parts we are given access to, as far as they can be seen safely. Areas we couldn’t see are noted in the report.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from whoever owns or manages the building. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Does this replace a RICS home 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 and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Temple End?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Temple End
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
For landlords with property near Hitchin station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Take a building like Hitchin Boys' School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Temple End is about 2 miles south-west of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. Wherever you are in Temple End, we can come and survey your property. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Temple End. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
Here we cover the SG4 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Great Offley (2 miles west), Ley Green (2 miles south), The Flints (2 miles west), Pirton (3 miles north-west) and Pegsdon (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Hemel Hempstead (14 miles south-west), Stevenage (5 miles east), St Albans (13 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (10 miles south-east), Harpenden (8 miles south) and Hatfield (12 miles south).
Around Temple End
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Butts Close and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Hitchin station, about 2.1 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Lister Hospital (3.8 miles east) and North Hertfordshire Museum (1.4 miles north-east). The countryside around Temple End includes Markham's Hill and Oughtonhead Nature Reserve.
When to book a survey in Temple End
Older buildings across London and the South East have roofs that are decades old. Nails, battens, flashings and underlay often fail before good slates or tiles so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Missing or loose roof coverings
Living close to Butts Close is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
What to check before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and agents in Temple End book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the let or shared roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.