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New Denham Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Wondering about the roof at a property in New Denham? We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in New Denham and across Buckinghamshire.
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Whether the price should change, which is between you and the seller
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and downpipes
- Natural slate
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in New Denham
The best time to book is once your offer has been accepted and before you exchange contracts. That’s when the findings are most useful, because nothing is binding yet. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when a sale is moving quickly. The report comes within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Common reasons to book are signs of past leaks inside the loft and ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof, across chimney stacks, natural slate and gutters and downpipes.
Being in a small place like New Denham makes no difference to the inspection itself: the journey, parking and access are simply agreed ahead of time. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages with roofs you’d like looked at as you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Buyers and owners of new roofs get the same approach as anywhere. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
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.
- Place
- New Denham (UB9)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and parapets
A butterfly roof drains to a central valley gutter, typically to the back of the house. If yours does, we check that gutter and where it drains.
Natural slate
Many older homes in London and South East England have slate roofs. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates, plus the metal clips that show earlier patching.
Common roof problems in New Denham
Rear extensions, dormers and garages often have flat roofs. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and standing water, blisters and splits are typical signs of ageing. A buyer can easily miss them, because many can only be seen from an upstairs window.
We are often asked to look at:
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Old water stains in the loft space
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
If you let a flat or house near Denham station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What the survey won’t cover
- Their insurance cover
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
For landlords and managing agents
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 with less disruption.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
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Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Let us know your timetable
- Look for fresh paint on upstairs ceilings at viewings
- Check we’ll be able to get into the roof space
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
With the findings in hand, you can talk to the seller or their agent. Some buyers ask for repairs before completion, others ask for a change to the price. The outcome is between you and the seller.
Chimneys and flashings need watching. Look for leaning pots, missing mortar and lifted lead. Binoculars from ground level are enough for a first look.
New Denham questions
Will you come out to New Denham?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in New Denham?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Denham Aerodrome is about 3 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Do I need a roof survey if I’m having a RICS survey?
They do different things. A home survey looks at the whole property, and ours concentrates on the roof alone. Our survey complements a RICS survey and doesn’t replace one.
Will the roof report help me negotiate with the seller?
Yes. Buyers use the findings to ask questions, ask for repairs before completion or ask for a price change. What the seller agrees to is their decision.
Do you need access inside the house?
Where we can, yes. Inside, the loft shows leaks, damp timbers and the underlay. If we cannot get in, the report says so.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard reports within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Reports are emailed, with photos.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
How it works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. For a village or hamlet like New Denham, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Standard and Premium surveys add the extra checks they include.
- 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 parking before the day
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Arrange a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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New Denham homes and their roofs
New Denham is about 3 miles from Denham Aerodrome. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. The wider area around New Denham has a long history of building, with Ickenham Hall about 2.1 miles east. On older houses around here, roofs often 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.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Francis, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
New Denham is about 2 miles north-west of Hillingdon, in Buckinghamshire. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in New Denham for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Surveys in UB9 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Alder Road, Poplar Road and Willow Avenue or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Uxbridge (1 mile south-east), Denham (1 mile north-west), Ickenham (2 miles east), Cowley (2 miles south) and Hillingdon (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover High Wycombe (12 miles north-west), Chesham (12 miles north-west), Marlow (12 miles west), Amersham (10 miles north-west), Beaconsfield (8 miles north-west) and Chalfont St Peter (5 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in New Denham
In New Denham, that means homes and buildings near The Old Mill Club Chris Lee Carriage Company Limited pub, Uxbridge College and Vyners School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Denham station, roughly 1.8 miles north. Well-known places in the area include The Pavilions (0.6 miles south-east) and Hillingdon Museum and Archives Services (0.7 miles south-east). The countryside around New Denham includes Horse Shoe Bay and Uxbridge Alderglade.