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Pre-purchase roof survey in Hurley, Windsor and Maidenhead
A roof survey before you buy a house or flat in Hurley, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Old water stains in the loft space
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in Hurley
With a written roof report, you can go back to the seller or agent with specifics. You can ask about the roof’s history, ask for repairs before completion or rethink the price. We cannot say how a seller will respond, but you will be asking from facts rather than guesses. It can also help you decide whether the purchase is still right for you. If you are worried about sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes and quick fixes on flashings and valleys, we can find out what’s behind it.
For a small place like Hurley, the visit is planned like any other: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at when booking, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Visits can be booked seven days a week.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Hurley (SL6)
- Region
- Windsor and Maidenhead
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes about one to two hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Older rural homes like those around Hurley can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- 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.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
How to prepare
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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What this survey can’t tell you
It’s useful to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
Also in Hurley
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Hurley
Historic houses like Harleyford Manor, about 0.6 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Hurley goes. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For landlords with property near Marlow station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Hurley is about 2 miles south-west of Marlow, in Windsor and Maidenhead. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Hurley. Across Windsor and Maidenhead, we cover Hurley and the places around it. You can also see our page for Reading.
We cover every part of the SL6 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. Whether your property is on Hurley High Street, Bell Court and Shepherds Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Hurley include Frogmill (1 mile west), Danesfield (1 mile north-west), Bockmer End (1 mile north-west), Medmenham (2 miles north-west) and Warren Row (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidenhead (4 miles south-east), Windsor (9 miles south-east), Boyn Hill (4 miles south-east), North Ascot (10 miles south-east), Cookham (4 miles east) and Furze Platt (3 miles east).
Near you in Hurley
Around Hurley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Rising Sun pub and Sir William Borlase's Grammar School. For rail, the closest station is Marlow station, roughly 2.6 miles north-east. A little further out are Marlow Museum (2.1 miles north-east) and Marlow Community Hospital (2.6 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Weycock Hill and Carpenter's Wood.
Prices for pre-purchase roof surveys in Hurley
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Height and safe access
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
All our prices include VAT. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
We will usually ask about:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- What made you get in touch
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Hurley
Plenty of buyers go ahead anyway, but with their eyes open. You’ll know which jobs are urgent and which can wait, and you can line up a roofer before small faults grow. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Common questions in Hurley
Is Hurley within the area you cover?
Yes. Hurley is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you cover Hurley?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Hurley as anywhere else.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
When is the best time to have the roof checked when buying?
Once your offer has been accepted, and before exchange. That gives you time to use the findings.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
Allow an hour or two at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Will the roof report help me negotiate with the seller?
Yes. You might ask for work to be done, ask questions or ask for a change to the price. What the seller agrees to is their decision, so we can’t promise any saving.
How do I arrange a pre-purchase roof survey in Hurley?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.