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Roof surveys in SG6
Live in SG6? Our roof surveyors cover Letchworth, Letchworth Garden City and Norton and every street in between, for homes, flats and commercial roofs.
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Our services across SG6
- Electronic leak detection
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Roof survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Chimney survey
- New roof snagging
- Roof leak investigation
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Gutter survey
- Drone roof survey
- Flat roof survey
- All services
Let us know the address and the type of roof to book a survey: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Roof surveys across SG6: what to expect
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. 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. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends, so it is easy to find a day that suits. We’re often asked to look into cracked or blistered flat roof coverings and cracked mortar along the ridge, on the roof space, chimney stacks and clay and concrete tiles.
We’ll ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Prices in SG6
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Why clients in SG6 book us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Package prices that include VAT
- An independent look at the roof
- PI and public liability insurance
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What’s near Letchworth
In Letchworth, that means homes and buildings near The Highfield School, Three Magnets pub and Hillshott Infant School and Nursery and the streets around them. Nearby too are Church of St Paul (within half a mile south-east) and Norton School (0.8 miles north). Letchworth has its own railway station: Letchworth Garden City station. Nearby you’ll also find Fairfield Hospital (1.9 miles north-west) and First Garden City Heritage Museum (within half a mile south). The countryside around Letchworth includes Purwell Ninesprings.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters across SG6
Across SG6, plenty of older houses still have chimney stacks, used or not, and their flashings and pointing need checking like any other part of the roof. Gutters, valleys and fixings come next.
Autumn and winter storms across the South East find any loose slate, tile or ridge. In SG6, as elsewhere, exposed details are where damage shows first.
Letchworth: If you live in an older home near Church of St Paul, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. For landlords with property near Letchworth Garden City station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Common roof problems in SG6
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while rain gets into every gap. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
When you need someone else
It’s useful to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- An exact number of years the roof has left
Prices for roof surveys in SG6
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How big the roof is
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
Why get it checked now?
Many roofs go years without anyone looking at them closely. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, so you can compare it next time.
Questions to ask before you book
- Their insurance cover
- How soon the report will arrive
- What happens after the report arrives
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Common questions in SG6
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
What does a roof survey include?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the roof space where there’s safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
How much does a roof survey cost in SG6?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it’s agreed before booking.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are checked from your side.