Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Great Kimble Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Great Kimble. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in Great Kimble
Buyers in Great Kimble and right across London and the South East use our pre-purchase roof survey. From terraced and semi-detached homes to detached houses and flats, we follow the same careful process. The report says what’s in good order, what isn’t and what to deal with first. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and have 20+ years’ experience. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. If you’ve noticed bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs and slates or tiles that have slipped or gone, we can find out what’s behind it.
Being in a small place like Great Kimble makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when booking. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Great Kimble (HP17)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Great Kimble property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Ask the agent to check the loft hatch can be opened
- Book once your offer is accepted
- Notice patches of new decoration in top-floor rooms
- Let us know your timetable
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. They’ll see exactly what we found, and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Keep an eye on chimneys and flashings in your new home. Watch for gaps in the pointing, cracked flaunching and loose lead. Binoculars from ground level are enough for a first look.
What we are asked to look at in Great Kimble
Many roofs have had quick fixes over the years. 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.
Common reasons to book include:
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Nicholas, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
What to check before booking
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
How the survey works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Somewhere as small as Great Kimble, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You get in touch after your offer is agreed, with the address and your target exchange date.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller.
- We check the roof from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are checked and photographed.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
Before the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
What a survey costs
We confirm the exact price before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Roof area
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Getting in touch
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Also near Great Kimble
Also in Great Kimble
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
Why it is worth a survey now in Great Kimble
Leaving it means judging the roof from the street. That will not show slipped slates on the rear slope, a worn valley or cracked flaunching. A survey fills that gap before you commit, with photos of anything that needs attention. Outbuildings and barns around Great Kimble are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Great Kimble
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Buckinghamshire’s villages. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For landlords with property near Little Kimble station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Great Kimble is about 5 miles south of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Wherever you are in Great Kimble, we can come and survey your property. We cover towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Oxford page.
We cover every part of HP17 for pre-purchase roof surveys and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as Bridge Street, Hill View and Lower Icknield Way, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Great Kimble: Little Kimble (1 mile north-east), Askett (1 mile south-west), Lower Cadsden (1 mile south), Meadle (1 mile west) and Whiteleaf (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Aylesbury (5 miles north), High Wycombe (9 miles south), Chesham (9 miles east), Marlow (12 miles south), Amersham (10 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (12 miles south-east).
Near you in Great Kimble
In Great Kimble, that means homes and buildings near The Swan pub and Princes Risborough School, among other places. Great Kimble has its own railway station: Little Kimble station. Nearby you’ll also find National Paralympic Heritage Centre (3.6 miles north) and Stoke Mandeville Hospital (3.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Beacon Hill and Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve.
FAQs for Great Kimble
Is Great Kimble within the area you cover?
Yes, Great Kimble is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover Great Kimble?
Yes, Great Kimble is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
Is a roof survey worth having alongside a home survey?
It depends on the roof and how confident you want to be. A home survey may recommend further investigation of the roof, and our survey gives you that closer look. It isn’t a replacement for a RICS survey.
How do I arrange a pre-purchase roof survey in Great Kimble?
Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.