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Pre-purchase roof survey in Shenley, Hertfordshire
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Shenley, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Shenley
Do you cover smaller places like Shenley?
Yes, Shenley is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Shenley?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will the roof report help me negotiate with the seller?
Yes, you can. The report sets out what we found, with photos, which you can share with the seller or agent. How the seller responds is up to them.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll explain what’s needed.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. We inspect from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft and from the roof itself where safe. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Shenley
Book after your offer is accepted and before exchange. At that point you can still ask questions, because nothing is binding yet. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when the chain is moving fast. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. If you’ve noticed roof slopes that look uneven or sagging and chimney mortar that has eroded, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Around Shenley, you will mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. Whether you’re buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Older roofs frequently have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Shenley (WD7)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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Why get it checked now?
A seller may honestly not know the state of the roof. The forms they complete only show what they’re aware of. An independent look tells you how the roof is now. Around Shenley, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Shenley
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Every finding written up with photos
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about one to two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Shenley, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- You get in touch after your offer is agreed, with the address and your target exchange date.
- Access is arranged through you, the agent or the seller.
- We look at the roof from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- We check and photograph the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
- We email a report with photos and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Honest limits
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- The condition of the rest of the house (that’s a RICS home survey)
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Shenley
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Natural slate
DIY checks: what’s safe
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Buying a home or a new roof in Shenley
The wider area around Shenley has a long history of building, with Wyllyotts Manor about 4.1 miles east. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Landlords with a home close to Radlett station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Martin, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Shenley is about 2 miles north of Borehamwood, in Hertfordshire. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Shenley. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Shenley. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
We work across WD7 for pre-purchase roof surveys and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as London Road, Southerton Way and Juniper Gardens, and we cover them all. Shenley is on the B5378, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover Green Street (1 mile south-east), Ridge (2 miles east), Well End (2 miles south-east), Borehamwood (2 miles south) and South Mimms (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Watford (5 miles south-west), Hemel Hempstead (8 miles north-west), St Albans (4 miles north-west), Welwyn Garden City (8 miles north-east), Harpenden (9 miles north) and Hoddesdon (12 miles east).
Near you in Shenley
We work in homes and buildings around Manor Lodge School, Hertswood Academy and The Black Lion pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Radlett station, about 1.4 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Radlett and District Museum (1.5 miles south-west) and Shenley Hospital (less than half a mile west). The countryside around Shenley includes Verulamium Lake and Broad Colney Lakes.
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Find out whether the roof has been replaced or patched
- Watch for stains or fresh paint on ceilings below the roof
- Don’t leave it until just before exchange
- Give your solicitor a copy of the report
It’s worth sharing the report with your solicitor so they can raise enquiries with the seller’s side. It can prompt questions about past roof work and any paperwork for it.
Once you’ve moved in, keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, especially after autumn. Blocked gutters cause much of the damp we see. Get a professional in rather than climbing up yourself.
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.