Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Bromley, Hertfordshire
Wondering about the roof at a property in Bromley? You can book a roof survey in Bromley and across Hertfordshire.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Loose chimney pots
- Worn or blocked valleys
Roof survey in Bromley
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. If you’ve noticed standing water on a flat roof and valley linings that have cracked or split, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Bromley, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- Bromley (SG11)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys around Bromley
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you own a rental within reach of Bishops Stortford station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. With Much Hadham Palace about 1.4 miles south-east, the area around Bromley has a long history. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Bromley is about 4 miles west of Bishop's Stortford, in Hertfordshire. We survey roofs in Bromley and the rest of Hertfordshire, as part of our work across London and South East England. Bromley is one of the places in Hertfordshire we cover. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Here we cover the SG11 postcode area for roof surveys. Other places close to Bromley include Standon (1 mile north-west), Hadham Ford (1 mile east), Much Hadham (1 mile south-east), Puckeridge (2 miles north-west) and Hadham Cross (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Stevenage (10 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (4 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (12 miles south-west), Hitchin (15 miles west), Hoddesdon (9 miles south) and Cheshunt (12 miles south).
What’s near Bromley
Around Bromley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Fox And Hounds pub, among other places. Bromley’s nearest station is Bishops Stortford station, about 4.8 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Henry Moore Studios and Gardens (2.8 miles south-east) and Moated mound (2.7 miles north-east).
FAQs for Bromley
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Bishops Stortford station?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is my home in Bromley listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It is emailed to you.
What does a roof survey include?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the loft space where there’s safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we’ll say so.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Bromley?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and some details about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
We check the stack itself, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. We’ll tell you if the flue needs a specialist.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles are common on older South East homes, and some have Kent peg tiles held by pegs. Rotten pegs and battens let tiles move, leaving gaps along the courses.
What a roof survey doesn’t cover
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- A structural engineer’s report
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- A full building survey of the property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
Nearby places to Bromley
Also in Bromley
DIY checks: what’s safe
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
- Which survey package you book
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
These details help when you contact us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Anything about access we should know
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Practical tips
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Keep the report with your property records
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Stay off ladders and the roof
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. The photos show what we found and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Every so often, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Photograph anything new.
What we do, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, it usually takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Older roofs in small places like Bromley can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or email us.