Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Hazlemere, Buckinghamshire
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Hazlemere from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Flashings that have lifted or split
How the survey works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. A visit to a smaller place like Hazlemere is no different on the day: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. It’s useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you’re buying.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hazlemere
Buying a home is a big commitment, and the roof is one of the costliest parts to put right. A pre-purchase roof survey looks at it closely before you are tied in. We check the coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and the loft space where it’s safe to get in. You get a written report with photos. Typical surveys look at loose pots and cracked flaunching and gutters that overflow or drip at the joints, across lead flashings and valleys, clay and concrete tiles and gutters and downpipes.
Smaller places like Hazlemere often have bungalows and cottages as well as houses, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. That applies whether you’re buying in Hazlemere or checking a new roof there. Snags and wear both tend to show at dormer lead work and along flat-roof edges.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Hazlemere (HP15)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
A seller may honestly not know the state of the roof. Their answers on the property forms only cover what they know about. An independent look tells you how the roof is now, whatever anyone remembers. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Hazlemere, so it helps to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. A survey gives you that notice.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- A written report with photographs
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- An independent view of the roof
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
What affects the price in Hazlemere
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
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. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you contact us
We’ll normally ask about:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Different roofs, different checks
Gutters and parapets
Parapet and box gutters are hidden behind walls and can overflow inside. We look at their linings and outlets from wherever is safe.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings are a common source of leaks, so we look at each one closely. Any that need attention are photographed and explained.
What we’re asked to look at in Hazlemere
Rear extensions, dormers and garages frequently have flat roofs. Felt flat roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, and ponding, blisters and splits are common signs of age. They’re easy to overlook on a viewing, because many can only be seen from an upstairs window.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
If you live in an older home near Holy Trinity Church, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether VAT is added on top
Hazlemere homes and their roofs
Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
With Hughenden Manor about 2.1 miles west, the area around Hazlemere has a long history. Older homes in the area can come with listed status or conservation area rules, which affect re-roofing, so check with the council before you buy. For landlords with property near High Wycombe station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Hazlemere is about 2 miles north-east of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. We cover Hazlemere and the rest of Buckinghamshire. We cover towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Reading.
Every address in HP15 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys. Streets in the area include Market Parade, Vine Close and Sycamore Way. Other places close to Hazlemere include Tylers Green (1 mile south-east), Widmer End (1 mile north-west), Four Ashes (1 mile west), Terriers (1 mile south-west) and Spurlands End (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (12 miles north), Chesham (6 miles north-east), Marlow (6 miles south-west), Amersham (5 miles east), Beaconsfield (4 miles south-east) and Chalfont St Peter (7 miles south-east).
What’s near Hazlemere
In Hazlemere, that means homes and buildings near Hazlemere Church of England Combined School and Three Horseshoes pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Hazlemere is High Wycombe station, about 2.1 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find High Wycombe Castle (2.1 miles south-west) and Eden (2.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hazlemere include Gomm's Wood.
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Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Look for fresh paint on upstairs ceilings at viewings
- Ask the agent to make sure the loft hatch can be opened
- Pass the findings to your conveyancer
- Ask who repairs the roof under the lease
We email the report to you, with photos of each finding. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Findings are set out in plain English, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Once you’ve moved in, keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, particularly after autumn. Blocked gutters cause much of the damp we see. Get a professional in rather than climbing up yourself.
FAQs for Hazlemere
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hazlemere?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is Hazlemere within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you go up on the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. We inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft and from the roof itself where safe. On Premium, a drone is used where it applies.
Should I get a roof survey as well as a RICS home survey?
It is your choice, but the two do different jobs. A home survey looks at the whole property, while ours looks only at the roof, in more detail. Our survey complements a RICS survey and doesn’t replace one.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you as you book.