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Landlord roof survey in Tingewick, Buckinghamshire
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Tingewick, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
Checking the roof from ground level
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’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Landlord roof survey in Tingewick
Access needs arranging before a survey of a let or shared building. The loft space and certain flats may need to be opened up for us, so tenants or leaseholders need notice. You or your agent arrange access and we will say what we need as you book. Where we cannot get into part of the building, the report says so. We survey shared roofs, blocks of flats and converted houses, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are leaks into upper flats and flashings that have come away.
Older buildings in small places like Tingewick may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Tingewick (MK18)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
A dated condition report is useful for the building’s records. Repeat surveys let you see how the roof is changing, which suits a rolling maintenance plan. In a small place like Tingewick, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Tingewick
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- PI and public liability insurance
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- 20+ years’ experience
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What to tell us when you get in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
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. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Around Tingewick, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before we arrive
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Let us know about parking near the property
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
- Responsibility under a lease
- Parts of the roof we can’t safely see or access
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
Common roof problems in Tingewick
Reports of leaks or damp from tenants often lead to a survey. We check whether the roof or rainwater system is the likely cause, as far as can be seen.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
Anyone responsible for a site like Royal Latin School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their insurance cover
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What experience they bring
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Landlord roof surveys in Tingewick: local notes
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Buckinghamshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. With Stowe House about 3.1 miles north, Tingewick sits in an area with a long building history. 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.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary Magdalen are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Tingewick is about 3 miles west of Buckingham, in Buckinghamshire. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Tingewick for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire. You can also see our page for Milton Keynes.
Landlord roof surveys in MK18 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets like Main Street, Gorrell Lane and Gorrell Close. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Finmere (1 mile west), Gawcott (1 mile south-east), Preston Bissett (2 miles south), Hillesden (3 miles south-east) and Twyford (4 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Aylesbury (15 miles south-east), Buckingham (3 miles east), Elmhurst (15 miles south-east), Haydon Hill (14 miles south-east), Quarrendon Estate (15 miles south-east) and Fairford Leys (15 miles south-east).
Near you in Tingewick
In Tingewick, that means homes and buildings near The Crown pub and the streets around them. Nearby you will also find Buckingham Movie Museum (2.5 miles east) and Buckingham Community Hospital (2.6 miles east). Not far away are Buckingham Sand Pit.
Tingewick: your questions answered
Do you cover Tingewick?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Tingewick is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
Is my home in Tingewick listed or in a conservation area?
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.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
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 as you book.
Do you advise on who is responsible under the lease?
No. Who pays is usually set by the lease, and that is a legal question. Our report gives an independent record of the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
What access do you need for a block roof survey?
Sometimes, yes. Where the loft or roof can only be reached through a home, we’ll need to go in, so residents need notice.