Wokingham · London and the South East
Shurlock Row Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Shurlock Row and across Wokingham.
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
Pre-purchase roof survey in Shurlock Row
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 slates or tiles, the ridges and valleys, the flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the roof space where it is safe to get in. The findings come in a written report with photos. Common reasons to book are standing water on a flat extension roof and bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs, across clay and concrete tiles, lead flashings and valleys and gutters and downpipes.
Being in a small place like Shurlock Row 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 when you book, so the visit can be planned around them. Whether you’re buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Location
- Shurlock Row (RG10)
- Region
- Wokingham
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
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.
Do you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Shurlock Row?
Patch repairs are common on roofs of every age. Bitumen painted over a flashing, mortar where lead should be, or a few tiles that do not match can be signs that something has leaked before. Our report records them so you can ask the seller what was done and when.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Old water stains in the loft space
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
Around Shurlock Row, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What exactly goes into their report
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- What insurance they carry
Shurlock Row homes and their roofs
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
If you own a rental within reach of Twyford station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Shurlock Row is about 4 miles east of Woodley, in Wokingham. Shurlock Row gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at what can safely be seen, photos and a clear written report. Shurlock Row is one of the places in Wokingham we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys. You can also see our page for Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for pre-purchase roof surveys: RG10. That includes homes and businesses on Hungerford Lane and Darvills Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Shurlock Row include Hungerford (1 mile west), Waltham St Lawrence (1 mile north), Hurst (2 miles west), Whistley Green (2 miles west) and Ruscombe (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Reading (7 miles west), Wokingham (4 miles south-west), Woodley (4 miles west), Earley (6 miles west), Crowthorne (6 miles south) and Lower Earley (6 miles south-west).
Near you in Shurlock Row
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Royal Oak pub. The nearest railway station is Twyford station, roughly 2.5 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Wokingham Hospital (4.1 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include South Lake and Weycock Hill.
Questions from Shurlock Row
Is Shurlock Row within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Shurlock Row is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
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. Ours sits alongside a RICS survey rather than replacing it.
Is your roof survey a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It works alongside a home survey.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask the seller about past roof repairs
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
- Book once your offer is accepted
- Ask whether there are papers for past roof work
We email the report to you, with photos of each finding. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are set out in plain English, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Every so often, check the loft with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and chinks of daylight. Take photos so you can show whoever looks at it.
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How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. In a hamlet or village like Shurlock Row, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- Once your offer is accepted, you tell us the address and when you hope to exchange.
- Access to the house and the loft space is agreed in advance.
- The visit begins outside, from ground level and any safe vantage points.
- Inside, we check the loft space and look at the roof from windows.
- You get a report with photographs and recommendations before you exchange.
How to prepare
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
How to book
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
What we cannot see
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
- Faults hidden behind ceilings, boards or coverings
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- The roof space
Surveys for landlords and agents in Shurlock Row
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Shurlock Row. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof.