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West Ilsley Landlord Roof Survey
Wondering about the let or shared roof at a property in West Ilsley? We carry out landlord roof surveys in West Ilsley and across West Berkshire, with plain-English findings.
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Flashings that have come away
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in West Ilsley
Roofs on let houses and blocks of flats are easy to forget until something leaks. Surveying the roof first helps you spot defects early, and plan work rather than react to it. You get a report with photographs that you can keep with the building’s records. Many clients repeat the survey on a rolling basis to keep maintenance plans current. Common reasons to book are flashings that have come away and leaks into upper flats, on shared roofs, flat roofs on blocks and gutters and downpipes.
Older buildings in small places like West Ilsley 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 frequently expected.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- West Ilsley (RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Older roofs in small places like West Ilsley can have low, tight loft spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You tell us 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.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Getting in touch
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- When you need the report by
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we will recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in West Ilsley
Do you cover smaller places like West Ilsley?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is my home in West Ilsley 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.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes. We inspect the parts we are given access to, as far as they can safely be seen. The report records what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
Who do you carry out landlord roof surveys for?
We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders along with residents’ and RTM management companies. Owners in a shared building book it too.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Will you check the loft?
Typically, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Landlords, agents and block managers in West Ilsley
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Landlord roof surveys around West Ilsley
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Around West Ilsley, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
West Ilsley is about 6 miles south-west of Didcot, in West Berkshire. West Ilsley is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and the South East. West Ilsley is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire where we work for landlord roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
Here we cover the RG20 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. You will find streets such as Bury Lane and Churchway, all of which we cover. We also cover Catmore (2 miles south-west), Stanmore (2 miles south), Farnborough (3 miles west), Brightwalton (4 miles south-west) and Brightwalton Green (4 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Newbury (10 miles south), Thatcham (10 miles south), Burghfield Common (15 miles south-east), Speenhamland (9 miles south), Hungerford (12 miles south-west) and Calcot (13 miles south-east).
What’s near West Ilsley
Around West Ilsley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Harrow pub, among other places. Nearby you will also find Atlas Computer Laboratory (2.4 miles north). Open spaces near West Ilsley include Mowbray Fields and Churn Hill.
What you can safely check yourself
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. Never climb onto the roof to look.
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
Why it’s worth a survey now in West Ilsley
Relying on what tenants report means relying on what they can see. A ceiling stain often means water has been coming in for some time. We look at the roof, not just the symptoms. Around West Ilsley, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book us in West Ilsley
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Roof by roof
Gutters and downpipes
Blocked gutters cause many leaks into top-floor flats. We check gutters, outlets and downpipes as far as can be seen safely.
Shared chimney stacks
A leaning or cracked stack on a shared building affects more than one owner, so a clear record helps.