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Burghclere Roof Survey
Roof surveys in Burghclere from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Standing water on a flat roof
The survey, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes between one and two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Burghclere, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
How a roof survey works in Burghclere
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages often have flat roofs in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. They’re included alongside the main roof, including signs of standing water, splits and tired upstands. Flat roofs often need attention long before the main roof. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. We survey lead flashings, chimney stacks and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are valley linings that have cracked or split and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Burghclere (RG20)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in Burghclere
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Roof area
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Height and safe access
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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FAQs for Burghclere
How do I find out if my home in Burghclere is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
I let a flat near Newbury station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as an exact number, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
How much does a roof survey cost in Burghclere?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it’s agreed before booking.
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- File the report with your home documents
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
Different roofs, different checks
Natural slate
Inside the loft space, we check what’s under the slates. There may be old felt underlay, or none at all on very old roofs, and we note its condition.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. That’s why we check them closely.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Burghclere
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Burghclere homes and their roofs
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. The wider area around Burghclere has a long history of building, with Highclere Castle about 1.9 miles south-west. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Take an older house close to Church of the Ascension: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Burghclere Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For landlords with property near Newbury station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Burghclere is about 4 miles south of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We carry out roof surveys in Burghclere for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Burghclere is one of the places in West Berkshire we cover. We also survey roofs in Reading.
All of RG20 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer roof surveys to properties on Coronation Close, Breachfield and Harts Lane. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Earlstone Common (1 mile north-east), Burghclere Common (1 mile north), Newtown Common (1 mile north), Penwood (2 miles west) and Wash Water (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newbury (4 miles north), Thatcham (5 miles north-east), Burghfield Common (12 miles east), Speenhamland (4 miles north), Hungerford (9 miles north-west) and Calcot (14 miles north-east).
Around Burghclere
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Clere School and Horris Hill School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Newbury station, roughly 3.5 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Hamstead Marshall 2 (4.6 miles north-west) and West Berkshire Community Hospital (4.4 miles north). The countryside around Burghclere includes Beacon Hill and Audrey's Meadow.
Can I check my roof myself?
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.