Bracknell Forest · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Whitegrove
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Whitegrove, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
Landlord roof survey in Whitegrove: what you get
Landlords often book us when buying a property to rent out, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason with photographs and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier to arrange. We survey shared roofs, gutters and downpipes and rented houses, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damaged pots and flaunching and loose ridge or hip tiles.
Around Whitegrove, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below. It is the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from ground level.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the let or shared roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Whitegrove (RG42, RG12)
- Region
- Bracknell Forest
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Whitegrove
Bracknell, which Whitegrove is part of, is one of England’s post-war new towns. Homes from the post-war decades are common in the new towns, many with low-pitched roofs in concrete tiles and flat-roofed garages or porches. Low-pitched roofs shed water more slowly, and older concrete tiles, felt and gutters on these homes may be nearing the end of their life. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Take a building like Warfield Church of England Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Historic houses such as St Leonard's Hill, about 4.5 miles north-east, show how far back building around Whitegrove goes. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Whitegrove is about 1 mile north-east of Bracknell, in Bracknell Forest. Whether the building in Whitegrove is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Across Bracknell Forest, we cover Whitegrove and the places around it. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the RG42 and RG12 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Maize Lane, County Lane and Innings Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Lawrence Hill (1 mile north-west), Wick Hill (1 mile south-west), Warfield Park (1 mile south-east), Bullbrook (1 mile south) and Winkfield Row (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns like Sandhurst (6 miles south-west), Great Hollands (3 miles south-west), Hanworth (3 miles south-west), College Town (6 miles south), Little Sandhurst (6 miles south-west) and Birch Hill (3 miles south). Being one of Bracknell Forest’s larger places, Whitegrove has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Landmarks near Whitegrove
Around Whitegrove, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Old Manor House Hotel, Lambrook and Garth Hill College, among other places. The closest station to Whitegrove is Bracknell station, about 1.3 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include The Lexicon (1 mile south-west) and Heatherwood Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). Not far away are Holt Copse & Joel Park and Heath Lake.
Towns and villages near Whitegrove
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What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
It’s a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Whitegrove
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
Useful tips for Whitegrove property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Deal with urgent items first
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
- Make sure the loft space can be accessed
The report comes with photos and written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. It’s emailed to you ready to pass on to whoever needs it.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem typically is.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Why get it checked now?
Tenants can only report what shows inside. A ceiling stain often means water has been coming in for some time. We check the roof, not just the symptoms. Around Whitegrove, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Why us?
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Being in a smaller place like Whitegrove doesn’t change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Related advice
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Whitegrove
Do you cover smaller places like Whitegrove?
Yes. Whitegrove is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
My home in Whitegrove has a flat-roofed garage or porch. Is it worth having that looked at?
It’s often worth it, as these roofs are easy to forget. Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos, so a specialist asbestos surveyor should check before they’re disturbed.
How long will you be on site?
It usually takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. We’ll give you an idea when you book.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do you need access to all the flats?
We may do. Where the loft or roof can only be reached through a home, we will need to go in, so residents need notice.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Common roof problems in Whitegrove
Many blocks and converted houses have several roof types. They all age at different rates, and flat roofs over rear additions frequently need attention sooner.
We are often asked to look at:
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near The Lexicon, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- What exactly goes into their report
- Are they insured for the work?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours