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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Midgham
Independent pre-purchase roof surveys in Midgham. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
Pre-purchase roof survey in Midgham
Older homes often have roofs that have been patched over the years. Slates slip when their nails corrode, lead valleys and flashings wear, and chimney pointing crumbles. Little of that is easy to judge from the pavement on a viewing. We look closely and record what we see, with photos so you can see it for yourself. Each finding is explained in plain words, so you know what it means for the house you are buying. If you are worried about chimney mortar that has eroded and patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
For a small place like Midgham, 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. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Midgham (RG7)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
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How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Rural addresses near Midgham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
- Standard and Premium surveys add the extra checks they include.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
How to book
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords, agents and building managers in Midgham and across West Berkshire can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Sellers are not always aware of roof problems. The forms they complete only show what they’re aware of. Our survey shows you the roof as it is today. Around Midgham, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Midgham: local notes
About 4.9 miles west lies Shaw House, a reminder of how long the area around Midgham has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Matthew, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. If you let a flat or house near Midgham station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Midgham is about 2 miles east of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. We survey roofs in Midgham and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Midgham is one of the towns and villages in West Berkshire where we work for pre-purchase roof surveys. You can also see our page for Reading.
Here we cover the RG7 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. Streets in the area include Birds Lane, School Hill and Church Hill, and we cover them all. Close by, we survey roofs in Upper Bucklebury (1 mile north-west), Thatcham (2 miles west), Cold Ash (3 miles north-west), Ashmore Green (3 miles north-west) and Frilsham (4 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Newbury (5 miles west), Burghfield Common (6 miles east), Speenhamland (5 miles west), Hungerford (13 miles west), Spencers Wood (10 miles east) and Calcot (7 miles east).
Local landmarks in Midgham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Coach & Horses pub and Kennet School, among other places. The closest station to Midgham is Midgham station, about 1.2 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Old Chapel Textile Centre (3.8 miles south-west) and Yattendon Castle (4.5 miles north). Open spaces near Midgham include Thatcham Reed Beds.
Midgham questions
Is Midgham in the area you cover?
Yes, Midgham is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
How do I find out if my home in Midgham is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft and from the roof itself where safe. The Premium Survey adds a drone inspection where applicable.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Can I take the findings back to the seller?
Yes. You might ask for work to be done, ask questions or ask for a change to the price. The outcome is between you and the seller.
Prices for pre-purchase roof surveys in Midgham
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Which survey package you book
- Roof area
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: 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.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- What’s prompted the survey
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Anything about access we should know
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know where you stand. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Honest limits
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Faults hidden behind ceilings, boards or coverings
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space