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Roof surveys in RG4
Roof surveys, leak investigations and drone surveys across RG4, from Caversham, Caversham Heights and Sonning Common. Prices from £150 including VAT and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Where we work in RG4
- Caversham
- Caversham Heights
- Sonning Common
- Caversham Park Village
- Emmer Green
- Lower Caversham
- Sonning
- Gallowstree Common
- Kidmore End
- Tokers Green
- Chalkhouse Green
- Cane End
- Play Hatch
- Chazey Heath
- Littlestead Green
- Dunsden Green
- Trench Green
- Newtown
- Purley on Thames
- Mapledurham
Surveys we offer in RG4
- Landlord roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Gutter survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Roof leak investigation
- Flat roof survey
- Drone roof survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Chimney survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- All services
Give us the street, the postcode and a line about the roof and we’ll suggest the right survey: ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Elsewhere in Reading
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Every area we cover
Roof survey in RG4: how it works
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, natural slate and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are standing water on a flat roof and valley linings that have cracked or split.
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
What affects the price in RG4
For a price for your roof in RG4, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Local landmarks in Caversham
In Caversham, that means homes and buildings near Eldon Square, Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre and Chiltern Nursery Nurse Training School and the streets around them. Nearby too are The Hill Primary School (less than half a mile north-east), Grace Church (within half a mile east) and The White Horse pub (under half a mile north). For rail, the closest station is Reading station, roughly 1.3 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Royal Berkshire Hospital (1.9 miles south) and Broad Street Mall (1.6 miles south). Open spaces near Caversham include South Lake and Sonning Hill.
Homes and roofs across RG4
From Caversham, Newtown and Caversham Heights to its smaller places, buildings across RG4 have roofs of every age. The usual weak points are fixings, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
The South East’s airspace includes flight restriction zones around several of its airports, so every drone flight in RG4 is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Where permission is needed, the flight waits for it.
Caversham: Landlords with a home close to Reading station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. The streets around a church like Grace Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East frequently have clay plain tiles. Rotten pegs and battens let tiles move.
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
Surveys for landlords and agents in RG4
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
Useful tips for RG4 property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- File the report with your home documents
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Compare each report with the last.
Checking the roof from ground level
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Questions from RG4
How many surveys have you done?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Are you insured?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain is usually fine; heavy rain and wind are different. Strong wind or a downpour can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It is not a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.