Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Terriers, Buckinghamshire
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Terriers. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Make leak reporting easy for tenants
- File each roof report for future reference
If anything in the report needs explaining, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation.
Get gutters and roof outlets cleared at least once a year, especially on blocks with valleys or parapets. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
Landlord roof survey in Terriers
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Agents and freeholders often want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason, with photos and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends which can help when arranging access with residents. Common reasons to book are missing or loose roof coverings and blocked gutters over flats, on rented houses, shared roofs and flat roofs on blocks.
In a smaller place like Terriers, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Place
- Terriers (HP13, HP15)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Terriers
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Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Terriers
A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. About 1.1 miles north-west lies Hughenden Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Terriers has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take a building like The Royal Grammar School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For landlords with property near High Wycombe station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Terriers is about 1 mile north-east of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. Whether the building in Terriers is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire. You can also see our page for Reading.
Every address in HP13 and HP15 is within our area for landlord roof surveys. We offer landlord roof surveys to properties on Terry Road, Perth Road and Green Road and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Terriers, we cover Totteridge (1 mile south-east), Four Ashes (1 mile north), High Wycombe (1 mile south-west), Micklefield (1 mile south-east) and Hazlemere (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (13 miles north), Chesham (7 miles north-east), Marlow (5 miles south), Amersham (6 miles north-east), Beaconsfield (4 miles south-east) and Chalfont St Peter (8 miles east).
Landmarks near Terriers
In Terriers, that means homes and buildings near The Tower, The Dolphin Eye pub and Highworth Combined School and Nursery, among other places. The nearest railway station is High Wycombe station, about 1 mile south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Hospital of St John the Baptist (1.1 miles south) and High Wycombe Castle (1 mile south-west). The countryside around Terriers includes Gomm's Wood.
Different roofs, different checks
Shared chimney stacks
Chimney stacks are often shared between houses or flats. Pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at from safe vantage points.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Most let houses and many blocks have pitched roofs of slate or tiles. Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we check:
- The size of the roof
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to let us know when you contact us
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the let or shared roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit typically takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. A visit to Terriers is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed beforehand. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- 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.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know about parking before the day
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, tell us about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Terriers questions
Is my home in Terriers listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
I let a flat near High Wycombe station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant so you can plan spending. Repair costs are not included but it gives contractors a clear brief.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
Do you work in Terriers?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, Terriers included.
Is this a RICS 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.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
When to book a survey in Terriers
Shared roofs can fall between owners. Everyone may think someone else is responsible and work gets delayed. An independent report helps everyone see the facts.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
Shop and office owners around Eden may find that a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- Their insurance cover
- What experience they bring
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
DIY checks: what’s safe
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.