West Berkshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Bury's Bank
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Bury's Bank, with photos and a written report.
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Local roofs in Bury's Bank
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. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Historic houses such as Shaw House, about 2.2 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Bury's Bank goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live near a park like New Greenham Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Landlords with a home close to Newbury Racecourse station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Bury's Bank is about 2 miles south-east of Newbury, in West Berkshire. Wherever you are in Bury's Bank, we can carry out roof surveys at your property. We cover towns and villages across West Berkshire, large and small. You can also see our page for Reading.
Surveys in RG19 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Heads Hill (1 mile south-east), Bishop's Green (1 mile south), Headley (2 miles south-east), Mill Green (3 miles south-east) and Colthrop (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Burghfield Common (10 miles east), Hungerford (10 miles west), Spencers Wood (14 miles east), Calcot (11 miles east), Lambourn (13 miles north-west) and Burghfield Hill (10 miles east).
Local landmarks in Bury's Bank
In Bury's Bank, that means homes and buildings near New Greenham Park and St Bartholomew's School and the streets around them. The closest station to Bury's Bank is Newbury Racecourse station, about 1.2 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include West Berkshire Community Hospital (1.6 miles north) and Old Chapel Textile Centre (0.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Bury's Bank include Audrey's Meadow.
How a roof survey works in Bury's Bank
Across London and South East England, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. We adapt the survey to the roof in front of us. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Every part gets the attention it needs. If you are worried about ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and loose chimney pots, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Bury's Bank (RG19)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
What happens on the day
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. All in, the survey typically takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Older roofs in small places like Bury's Bank can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
Related advice
Bury's Bank questions
I let a flat near Newbury Racecourse 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.
How do I find out if my home in Bury's Bank is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you cover Bury's Bank?
Yes. Bury's Bank is part of the area we cover.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details when booking.
How soon is the report ready?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
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. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Why act early in Bury's Bank
Before you put a home on the market, it’s useful to know the roof’s condition. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them. Around Bury's Bank, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
What you get with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- An independent view of the roof
- Prices that include VAT
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What a roof survey doesn’t cover
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- A structural engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Bury's Bank
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
Towns and villages near Bury's Bank
Other services in Bury's Bank
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.