London and the South East
Roof Survey in Wokingham
We cover all 35 towns and villages in Wokingham for roof surveys, with a written report and photos after every survey., with a written report and photos and surveys on weekdays and weekends.
Roof survey in every part of Wokingham
Across Wokingham, that means a roof condition survey for homes and buildings. Pick your town below to see the details for your area.
Main towns
Our roof survey service in Wokingham
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, while others just want to know where they stand. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. Common reasons to book are standing water on a flat roof and loose chimney pots, on lead flashings, ridges, hips and valleys and flat roofs.
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
How our prices work
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why book with us
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 20+ years’ experience
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Local landmarks in Reading
Around Reading, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Eurospeak Language School, University of Reading library and All Nations Christian Centre and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Former Kennet Arms (within half a mile east), Kendrick School (0.6 miles north-east), Coley Primary School (less than half a mile north) and Eldon Square (0.9 miles east). The nearest railway station is Reading West station, roughly 0.7 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Oracle (less than half a mile north-east) and Berkshire Medical Heritage Centre Museum (0.8 miles east). Open spaces near Reading include Sonning Hill and Longwater.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters across Wokingham
From Reading, Woodley and Earley to its smaller places, buildings across Wokingham have roofs of every age. Chimneys, valleys, flashings and gutters are usually where the work is.
We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Wokingham is part of that. London and South East England have homes from every era, from period terraces to post-war new towns and new estates.
Reading: For businesses in and around places like The Oracle, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. Anyone responsible for a site like Coley Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
For landlords and managing agents
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Landlords, agents and building managers across Wokingham can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
How we price roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How big the roof is
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before you book.
What we need to know
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Anything about access we should know
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
File the report with your other home documents. It is a useful baseline for future surveys, and it can help when you sell.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
What we are asked to look at in Wokingham
Slates and tiles often outlast the fixings that hold them. On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip, which is known as ‘nail fatigue’. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Wokingham questions
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it’s safe. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you go up on the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. The Premium Survey adds a drone where applicable.
How soon is the report ready?
It depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We send it by email.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Wokingham?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.