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Roof Survey in Colnbrook
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out roof surveys in Colnbrook, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
How a roof survey works in Colnbrook
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, and the roof space where there is safe access. You get a report with photographs and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. We survey clay and concrete tiles, ridges, hips and valleys and the roof space, and common reasons people get in touch are water stains on rafters and ceiling joists and loose chimney pots.
Some older homes in villages like Colnbrook are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
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.
- Location
- Colnbrook (SL3)
- Wider area
- Slough
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Colnbrook often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there is safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Keep pets in another room
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
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Do you need a roof survey in Colnbrook?
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Over time lead flashings split, lift or work loose, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Lead is also a target for theft.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Loose chimney pots
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
If you live near a park like Arthur Jacob Nature Reserve, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
What to check before booking
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What a roof survey looks like in Colnbrook
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Colnbrook is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around Heathrow Airport. If the drone is used for your survey, we ask the airport for permission first, and only fly if it’s given.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Thomas, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Take a building like Colnbrook Church of England Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Colnbrook is about 4 miles north of Staines-upon-Thames, in Slough. We carry out roof surveys for homes and businesses in Colnbrook and nearby. Our area takes in places right across Slough. You can also see our page for Guildford.
We survey roofs across SL3 for roof surveys and the streets around it. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, Rayners Close and Drift Way and the roads around them. If you are just outside Colnbrook, we cover Poyle (1 mile south-east), Brands Hill (1 mile west), Horton (1 mile south-west), Stanwell Moor (2 miles south-east) and Ditton (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Slough (4 miles north-west), Cippenham (5 miles north-west), Chalvey (4 miles north-west), Britwell (5 miles north-west), Upton (3 miles north-west) and Burnham (7 miles north-west).
What’s near Colnbrook
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Arthur Jacob Nature Reserve, The Red Lion Public House and Langley Grammar School. For rail, the closest station is Sunnymeads station, roughly 1.7 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Windsor Castle (3.4 miles west) and Upton Hospital (3.2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Colnbrook include Uxbridge Moor and Staines Reservoirs.
Useful tips for Colnbrook property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- File the report with your home documents
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. That helps you decide what to do first.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Photograph anything new.
Colnbrook questions
Is Colnbrook within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Colnbrook?
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.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can normally go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
All the main parts of the roof: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing is not part of our service. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- A structural engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
Checking the roof from the ground
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.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.