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Landlord roof survey in Twyford, Buckinghamshire
Know where you stand with the let or shared roof before you spend money on it. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Twyford.
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Choked outlets and gutters
How a landlord roof survey works in Twyford
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the roof space. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included when they’re in the agreed scope. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can safely be seen and the loft where access is safe. Typical surveys look at missing or loose roof coverings and blocked gutters over flats, on converted houses, rented houses and flat roofs on blocks.
Older buildings in small places like Twyford may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Twyford (MK18)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
It helps to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Twyford
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
Towns and villages near Twyford
What else we do in Twyford
Local roofs in Twyford
A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. 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’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. With Claydon House about 3.5 miles east, Twyford sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Twyford is about 5 miles south-west of Buckingham, in Buckinghamshire. Wherever you are in Twyford, we can carry out landlord roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Twyford is one of the towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we work for landlord roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
Surveys in MK18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Mill Lane, Main Street and School Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Poundon (1 mile south-west), Charndon (1 mile south), Calvert (2 miles south-east), Hillesden (2 miles north-east) and Preston Bissett (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (12 miles south-east), Buckingham (5 miles north-east), Elmhurst (12 miles south-east), Southcourt (13 miles south-east), Haydon Hill (11 miles south-east) and Turnfurlong (13 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Twyford
We work in homes and buildings around The Crown pub and the streets around them. A little further out are Buckingham Castle (5 miles north-east) and Buckingham Community Hospital (5.3 miles north-east). Open spaces near Twyford include Calvert Jubilee.
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the let or shared roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Around Twyford, 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.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we’ll 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 the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Landlord and commercial surveys in Twyford
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
What we’re asked to look at in Twyford
Tenants and leaseholders rarely look at the roof. Defects up on the roof can go unreported for a long time particularly where the roof can’t be seen from the street.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
If you look after a building like Twyford C of E School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Questions to ask before you book
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Their insurance cover
- Will the report include photos?
Twyford: your questions answered
Is my home in Twyford listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Twyford?
Yes, Twyford is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Twyford as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
What’s the price of a landlord roof survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and the number of roofs. For a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Who do you carry out landlord roof surveys for?
It suits anyone responsible for a let or shared roof: landlords, agents, freeholders and residents’ management companies.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Twyford?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Give residents notice before a survey
- Keep the loft hatch clear and reachable
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. Our report sets out the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
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.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.