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Roof Survey in Astwick
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Astwick from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
Roof survey in Astwick: what you get
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages frequently have flat roofs. They’re included alongside the main roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof typically wears out sooner than a pitched one. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. Typical surveys look at debris building up in roof valleys and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone, across natural slate, lead flashings and chimney stacks.
Some older homes in villages like Astwick are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Astwick (SG5)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take an hour or two for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Astwick, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from every safe viewpoint outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us some details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
From the loft, we look at the underside of a slate roof. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none.
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. Upstands and outlets are checked too.
Towns and villages near Astwick
Also in Astwick
What affects the price in Astwick
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What this survey cannot tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
File the report with your other home documents. It is a useful baseline for future surveys, and it can help when you sell.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air cannot move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Make sure insulation doesn’t block the airflow at the eaves.
Local roofs in Astwick
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The wider area around Astwick has a long history of building, with Hinxworth Place about 1.7 miles east. If your house is among 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 you let a flat or house near Arlesey station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. The streets around a church like Church of Saint Guthlac are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Astwick is about 1 mile north of Stotfold, in Hertfordshire. Anywhere in Astwick, we can come and survey your property. Astwick is one of the places in Hertfordshire we cover. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
All of SG5 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a roof survey at a property on Astwick Road and Sycamore Avenue or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Stotfold Common (1 mile south), Stotfold (1 mile south) and Radwell (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (9 miles south), Hitchin (6 miles south), Letchworth (4 miles south), Letchworth Garden City (4 miles south), Baldock (4 miles south-east) and Benslow (6 miles south).
What’s near Astwick
For rail, the closest station is Arlesey station, roughly 1.5 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Fairfield Hospital (2.2 miles south) and Bygrave House (3.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Arlesey Old Moat and Glebe Meadows.
Do you need a roof survey in Astwick?
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone.
We’re often asked to look at:
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Take a building like St Mary's CofE Academy Stotfold: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Before you book anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Are they insured for the work?
Questions from Astwick
Can a landlord with a rental near Arlesey station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Astwick?
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.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
All the main parts of the roof: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
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.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.