Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Bushey
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Bushey. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Loose chimney pots
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Your questions about roof surveys in Bushey
Can a landlord with a rental near Bushey station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Bushey?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Elstree Aerodrome is about 2 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How long will you be at the property?
The visit normally takes between one and two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It is not a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
How soon is the report ready?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
We do not give a number of years. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it’s wearing, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Roof survey in Bushey
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and where it is relevant we say what’s urgent and what can wait. 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 are worried about standing water on a flat roof and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone, we can find out what’s behind it, on chimney stacks, natural slate and flat roofs alike.
In a town like Bushey, older houses with slate or clay tile roofs usually sit alongside later estates with concrete tiles. Chimneys on older houses may be redundant, capped or leaning, and their lead flashings still need to be sound. Newer homes have fewer chimneys but their own weak points at ridges, verges and gutters.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Bushey (WD23, WD25, HA7)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and damp timber slowly weakens. Finding it early keeps the work smaller. Around Bushey, gutters that overflow soak the wall below. A slipped tile or worn flashing does the same higher up. Left alone, both only get worse.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- An independent view of the roof
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See our cost guide and our case studies.
What this survey can’t tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- 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, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Bushey
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In Bushey, many roofs join a neighbour’s, so we look at what can be seen of the shared parts from your side. It is useful to know about previous repairs, leaks or recent work, so time on site goes where it is needed.
- You let us know 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 the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there is safe access.
- We email a report with photographs and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Bushey homes and their roofs
Elstree Aerodrome is about 2 miles from Bushey. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
For an older house near a landmark such as Congregational Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you look after a building like Little Reddings Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Shop and office owners around Harlequin Centre may find that knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Bushey is about 2 miles south-east of Watford, in Hertfordshire. We provide roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Bushey and the surrounding area. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Bushey and the places around it. There is also a page for London.
Surveys in WD23, WD25 and HA7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a roof survey at a property on High Street, London Road and Chiltern Close or a nearby road, we can help. Main roads around Bushey include the A41 and A409, so getting to you is simple. We also cover the places around Bushey: Bushey Heath (1 mile south-east), Oxhey (1 mile west), Watford Heath (1 mile west), Patchetts Green (1 mile north) and Carpenders Park (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Hemel Hempstead (9 miles north-west), St Albans (7 miles north), Welwyn Garden City (13 miles north-east), Harpenden (12 miles north), Cheshunt (14 miles east) and Hatfield (10 miles north-east).
What’s near Bushey
Typical jobs here are in homes near Bushey Meads School, Horse And Chains Public House and St. Hilda's School, among other places. The closest station to Bushey is Bushey station, about 1.3 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Bentley Priory Museum (1.3 miles south-east) and Harlequin Centre (1.8 miles north-west). Not far away are Stanmore Common.
Tips that help
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Mention any damp patches when you book
- File the report with your home documents
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. The photos show what we found and where, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Keep the loft space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
What affects the price in Bushey
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Bushey
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on any day of the week, which can make access easier.