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Roof surveys in SL9
Our roof surveyors cover all of the SL9 postcode district, including Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross and Chalfont Common. Every survey comes with a written report and photos, and prices start from £150, including VAT.
Areas within SL9
Surveys we offer in SL9
- Landlord roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Storm damage roof report
- Drone roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Roof survey
- Gutter survey
- Chimney survey
- Flat roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Electronic leak detection
- Every service
Send the address and what’s prompted the survey so we can match the survey to the roof: call 07833 053749 or email us.
Neighbouring districts
Across Buckinghamshire
Towns and villages in Buckinghamshire
Areas we cover
About roof surveys in SL9
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it is safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. We survey natural slate, the roof space and clay and concrete tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are worn or blocked valleys and worn lead at chimneys and abutments.
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
What you will pay
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
Why book with us
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Getting a price
For a price for roof surveys in SL9, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Local landmarks in Chalfont St Peter
In Chalfont St Peter, that means homes and buildings near The Poachers pub, Parish Church of St Peter and Gayhurst School, among other places. Also close by are Bulstrode Park (1.8 miles south-west), Chalfont St Peter CofE Academy (within half a mile north-west), British Defence Film Library (1 mile north-west) and The Chalfonts Community College (0.6 miles west). The nearest railway station is Gerrards Cross station, about 1.3 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Chiltern Open Air Museum (2.1 miles north) and Chalfonts and Gerrards Cross Hospital (within half a mile west). Open spaces near Chalfont St Peter include Northmoor Hill Wood and Pynesfield Lake.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters across SL9
In SL9, our roof surveys work takes in owners, landlords and managing agents, in Chalfont St Peter, Gerrards Cross and Chalfont Common and well beyond. Each report sets out what was seen, with photographs and recommendations.
From inner London terraces to Kent oast houses, Sussex tile-hanging and Hampshire thatch, the South East has a huge mix of roofs. Roofs in SL9 are part of that picture.
Chalfont St Peter: The streets around a church like Parish Church of St Peter are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Living close to Bulstrode Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Water that gets into a stack can show as damp in the rooms below. We look for the likely route in.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Handmade and machine-made clay tiles are long-lasting. Slipped, cracked and missing tiles are recorded.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we check:
- The roof’s overall size
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- What’s prompted the survey
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Before you put a home on the market, it is useful to know the roof’s condition. You will know what a buyer’s survey might pick up.
Questions to ask before you book
- How soon the report will arrive
- What the survey will not cover
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
What we’re asked to look at in SL9
A chimney stack takes more weather than almost any other part of a roof. Mortar crumbles, the flaunching around the pots cracks and stacks can lean. Water that gets into a stack can show up as damp in the rooms below.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
Your report arrives by email. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Your questions about roof surveys in SL9
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We don’t give a number of years. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we will agree the details when booking.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing is not part of our service. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
How do I book a survey in SL9?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.