Bracknell Forest · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Tickleback Row
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a pre-purchase roof survey in Tickleback Row and across Bracknell Forest.
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
Pre-purchase roof survey in Tickleback Row
Buying a flat brings its own roof questions. The lease decides who looks after the roof, and that’s often not the individual flat owner. We look at as much of the roof as access safely allows, and the report gives you clear points to raise with your solicitor or the managing agent. Where the building has a flat roof, it is checked as far as access allows. If you’ve noticed chimney mortar that has eroded and standing water on a flat extension roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Somewhere as small as Tickleback Row, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Tickleback Row (RG42)
- Wider area
- Bracknell Forest
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Tickleback Row
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps with budgets and planning.
Tickleback Row questions
Will you come out to Tickleback Row?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
How do I find out if my home in Tickleback Row is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
When should I book a pre-purchase roof survey?
Book as soon as your offer is agreed. You need the report before you exchange, because after that the roof is yours to deal with.
How do I book a survey in Tickleback Row?
To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you need access inside the house?
Ideally, yes. The loft tells us a lot about the roof, and views from upper windows help too. Access is usually arranged through the agent or seller.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Why get it checked now?
The lender’s valuation is done for the lender, not for you. It looks at whether the property is suitable security for the loan, and it will not look closely at the roof. A roof survey is carried out for the buyer. In a place like Tickleback Row, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Tickleback Row
- 98% customer satisfaction
- An independent look at the roof
- Package prices that include VAT
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
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Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Tickleback Row
Blocked or leaking gutters do damage that is not obvious at first. Overflowing water soaks walls and can rot the timber behind. Hidden gutters behind parapets or in roof valleys can send water indoors. They’re part of what we check.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Michael and All Angels, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether VAT is added on top
- When you’ll get the report
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Local roofs and buyers in Tickleback Row
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. The wider area around Tickleback Row has a long history of building, with St Leonard's Hill about 4.7 miles east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
If you let a flat or house near Bracknell station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Tickleback Row is about 3 miles north of Bracknell, in Bracknell Forest. We cover Tickleback Row and the rest of Bracknell Forest. We cover towns and villages across Bracknell Forest, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading.
Postcode districts we cover here for pre-purchase roof surveys: RG42. Other places close to Tickleback Row include Moss End (1 mile east), Jealott's Hill (1 mile north), Warfield (1 mile east), Hawthorn Hill (1 mile north-east) and Newell Green (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Bracknell (3 miles south), Sandhurst (7 miles south), Great Hollands (3 miles south), Forest Park (3 miles south), The Warren (3 miles south-east) and Harmans Water (3 miles south).
Near you in Tickleback Row
Tickleback Row’s nearest station is Bracknell station, roughly 2.3 miles south. A little further out are The Lexicon (2.1 miles south) and Heatherwood Hospital (3.9 miles south-east). Not far away are Holt Copse & Joel Park and Weycock Hill.
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Somewhere like Tickleback Row needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, 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.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
How to prepare
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Booking a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Let us know your exchange date when booking
- Share the report with your solicitor
- Don’t leave it until just before exchange
- Ask for any paperwork for recent roof work
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. They’ll see exactly what we found, and where, so each quote covers the same ground.
Keep the loft ventilated. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up, wetting timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents so air can move.