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Pre-purchase roof survey in Chisbridge Cross, Buckinghamshire
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Pre-purchase roof surveys in Chisbridge Cross.
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- A ridge or slope that dips
- Old water stains in the roof space
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Chisbridge Cross
Some roofs can’t be seen well from the ground or from windows. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, along with a same-day report. Where a flight isn’t possible, because of airspace rules or the weather, we tell you and look from ground level, windows and the loft instead. We survey clay and concrete tiles, gutters and downpipes and the roof space, and people most frequently book us about gutters that overflow or drip at the joints and damp timbers or stains in the loft.
Being in a small place like Chisbridge Cross makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when you book. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Chisbridge Cross (SL7)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Chisbridge Cross
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Chisbridge Cross?
Usually it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Wycombe Air Park is about 2 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying, and the rest of the survey doesn’t depend on the drone.
Is my home in Chisbridge Cross listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
Is this the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a dedicated roof survey, with a written report and photos. It doesn’t cover the rest of the property, which a RICS survey does.
At what stage of buying should I get the roof surveyed?
Book as soon as your offer is agreed. The report is most useful before exchange, because after that the roof is yours to deal with.
How experienced are you?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
What affects the cost of pre-purchase roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
We will usually ask about:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- What’s prompted the survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Gutters and downpipes
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Somewhere as small as Chisbridge Cross, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Chisbridge Cross
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Chisbridge Cross
Patch repairs are common on roofs of every age. Bitumen painted over a flashing, mortar where lead should be, or a few tiles that don’t match can point to a problem that keeps coming back. We note what we see so you can ask about it.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- A ridge or slope that dips
Landlords with a home close to Marlow station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Before you book anyone
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What happens if roof problems are left?
Sellers are not always aware of roof problems. Their answers on the property forms only cover what they know about. Our survey shows you the roof as it is today. In a small place like Chisbridge Cross, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why us?
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent view of the roof
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Chisbridge Cross
Chisbridge Cross is about 2 miles from Wycombe Air Park. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Buckinghamshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
Harleyford Manor, about 2.8 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Chisbridge Cross. If you’re buying an older home nearby, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing.
Chisbridge Cross is about 2 miles north-west of Marlow, in Buckinghamshire. Whether the building in Chisbridge Cross is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Across Buckinghamshire, we cover Chisbridge Cross and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Reading.
All of SL7 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys. If you are just outside Chisbridge Cross, we cover Mundaydean Bottom (1 mile south-east), Marlow Common (1 mile south-east), Bovingdon Green (1 mile south-east), Bockmer End (2 miles south) and Danesfield (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Aylesbury (15 miles north), High Wycombe (4 miles north-east), Chesham (12 miles north-east), Amersham (11 miles north-east), Beaconsfield (8 miles east) and Chalfont St Peter (11 miles east).
Near you in Chisbridge Cross
The nearest railway station is Marlow station, roughly 2.9 miles south-east. A little further out are Marlow Community Hospital (2.6 miles south-east) and High Wycombe Castle (4.1 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Carpenter's Wood.