Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Ballinger Common, Buckinghamshire
Roof surveys in Ballinger Common from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Torn or sagging underlay
Roof survey in Ballinger Common
There’s no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, 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. Visits run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, so it’s easy to find a day that suits. Typical surveys look at slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and worn or blocked valleys, across clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and the roof space.
Somewhere as small as Ballinger Common, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Ballinger Common (HP16)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Ballinger Common
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ballinger Common?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you cover smaller places like Ballinger Common?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. Our report notes any materials that might, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
What do you check on a roof survey?
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 applicable.
Do you look in the loft space?
Usually, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles are common on older South East homes. Rotten pegs and battens let tiles move, leaving gaps along the courses.
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and South East England. Widespread slipping typically points to corroded nails, and we say how widespread it looks.
How it works
Where it’s 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. The whole visit usually takes between one and two hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere like Ballinger Common needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We look at the roof from every safe vantage point 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.
Preparing for the visit
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
What affects the price in Ballinger Common
To price your survey, we look at:
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
What we need to know
We will typically ask about:
- What’s prompted the survey
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
What this survey can’t tell you
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- A structural engineer’s report
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Ballinger Common
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
Useful tips for Ballinger Common property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Let us know about past leaks
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Local roofs in Ballinger Common
A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. The wider area around Ballinger Common has a long history of building, with Cholesbury Manor House about 2.6 miles north-east. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Great Missenden station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Take an older house close to St Mary's: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Anyone responsible for a site like Lee Common Church of England School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Ballinger Common is about 3 miles west of Chesham, in Buckinghamshire. We visit Ballinger Common as part of our work across Buckinghamshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across Buckinghamshire. Our Milton Keynes page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in HP16 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Chiltern Road, Village Road and Sly Corner. Other places close to Ballinger Common include Lee Common (1 mile north-west), South Heath (1 mile south), Hyde End (1 mile south-east), Swan Bottom (1 mile north-west) and Chartridge (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (9 miles north-west), High Wycombe (7 miles south-west), Chesham (3 miles east), Marlow (11 miles south), Amersham (5 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (8 miles south).
What’s near Ballinger Common
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Misbourne School and The Pheasant pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Great Missenden station, roughly 1.7 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Chiltern Hospital (2.2 miles south) and Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre (1.7 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Sands Bank and Pavis Wood.
Why get it checked now?
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. A survey lets you deal with things in order of urgency, rather than waiting for something to fail. Older cottages and farmhouses around Ballinger Common can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why book us in Ballinger Common
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Surveys seven days a week
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Places near Ballinger Common
Also in Ballinger Common
Elsewhere in Buckinghamshire
Roof Survey in all 263 places in Buckinghamshire
Our services in Buckinghamshire
All areas
About roof survey