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Roof surveys in MK17
Live in MK17? Our roof surveyors cover Glebe Farm, Woburn Sands and Aspley Guise and the rest of the district.
Towns and villages in MK17
- Glebe Farm
- Woburn Sands
- Aspley Guise
- Newton Longville
- Stoke Hammond
- Woburn
- Bow Brickhill
- Great Horwood
- Wavendon
- Drayton Parslow
- Great Brickhill
- Mursley
- Aspley Heath
- Swanbourne
- Nash
- Tingrith
- Whaddon
- Little Brickhill
- Little Horwood
- Salford
- Eversholt
- Lower End
- Hulcote
- Speedwell
- Salden
- Newton Leys
- Kingston
- Water Eaton
What we do in MK17
- Roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Drone roof survey
- Gutter survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Storm damage roof report
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Chimney survey
- New roof snagging
- Flat roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
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Send the address and what’s prompted the survey so we can match the survey to the roof: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
About roof surveys in MK17
There is no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, others want a check before selling or after years without one. The approach is the same in each case: a careful look, then a clear written report. Visits run seven days a week, so it’s easy to find a day that suits. Common reasons to book are slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and leaning or weathered chimney stacks, on ridges, hips and valleys, lead flashings and flat roofs.
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It normally takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
What affects the price in MK17
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Every finding written up with photos
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Near you in Glebe Farm
Around Glebe Farm, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Walton High, Church of St Mary and St Mary's Wavendon CofE Primary, among other places. Glebe Farm’s nearest station is Woburn Sands station, roughly 1.2 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Rugemont Castle (3.5 miles east) and Milton Keynes University Hospital (2.9 miles west). Open spaces near Glebe Farm include Blue Lagoon Park and Caldecotte Lake.
Roof surveys across MK17: local notes
MK17 has everything from older homes with tall chimneys to modern estates. Blocked gutters, slipped slates and tired flashings turn up on all of them sooner or later.
Autumn and winter storms across the South East find any loose slate, tile or ridge. In MK17, as elsewhere, exposed details are where damage shows first.
Glebe Farm: If you let a flat or house near Woburn Sands station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Bletchley Park, about 3.9 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Glebe Farm. If you own one of the older houses, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up.
What affects the price in MK17
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How big the roof is
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- What made you get in touch
- Anything about access we should know
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Common roof problems in MK17
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs frequently have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Torn or sagging underlay
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Let us know about past leaks
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- A structural engineer’s report
- A full building survey of the property
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in.
Questions from MK17
How quickly will I get the report?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It doesn’t include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain is normally fine; heavy rain and wind are different. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Is MK17 in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs in MK17 and the rest of Milton Keynes. For a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
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.