Milton Keynes · London and the South East
Chicheley Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Chicheley from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Standing water on a flat roof
Roof survey in Chicheley
Everything we check, we check safely: from the ground, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it is safe. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where applicable, a drone, which helps with tall or steep roofs. You don’t need to do anything except give us access. Everything we see is photographed for the report. Typical surveys look at debris building up in roof valleys and standing water on a flat roof, on clay and concrete tiles, chimney stacks and lead flashings.
In a small place like Chicheley, many roofs stand in the open, 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 report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Chicheley (MK16)
- Wider area
- Milton Keynes
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The roof’s overall size
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The shape of the roof and its details
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you get in touch
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us some details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
When to book a survey in Chicheley
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors, particularly near trees.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
The streets around a church like Church of St Lawrence are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Questions to ask before booking
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Their insurance cover
- Their track record with similar roofs
Towns and villages near Chicheley
What else we do in Chicheley
Landlord and commercial surveys in Chicheley
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Common questions in Chicheley
Will you come out to Chicheley?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How do I find out if my home in Chicheley is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. Our report notes any materials that might, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
Roof surveys in Chicheley: local notes
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. With Linford Manor about 3.9 miles south-west, Chicheley sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like Sherington Church of England School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Chicheley is about 2 miles north-east of Newport Pagnell, in Milton Keynes. We cover Chicheley and the rest of Milton Keynes, as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Milton Keynes, we cover Chicheley and the places around it. Our Milton Keynes page covers surveys nearby.
All of MK16 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Newport Road, Bedlam Lane and Hall Lane and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Chicheley, we cover Astwood (3 miles east), Clifton Reynes (3 miles north), Cold Brayfield (4 miles north-east) and Lavendon (5 miles north). Further out, we also cover Milton Keynes (6 miles south-west), Bletchley (8 miles south), Bletchley and Fenny Stratford (8 miles south), Furzton (8 miles south-west), Whitehouse (7 miles south-west) and Middleton (4 miles south).
Landmarks near Chicheley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Chester Arms. Nearby you’ll also find Milton Keynes University Hospital (5.8 miles south) and Newport Pagnell Castle (1.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Chicheley include Little Linford Wood and Tongwell Lake.
Why it is worth a survey now in Chicheley
Without a survey, you are guessing at what the roof needs. You might pay for work that does not fix the real problem, or miss the fault that matters. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. In a small place like Chicheley, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Chicheley
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Prices that include VAT
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- 98% of clients satisfied
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
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 about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere like Chicheley needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Leave side gates unlocked
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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What this survey cannot tell you
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Chicheley
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks