Wokingham · London and the South East
Crowthorne Roof Survey
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Crowthorne. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
Honest limits
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- A full building survey of the property
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
Roof survey in Crowthorne: what you get
Three packages cover most roofs: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. The Basic Survey gives a visual inspection, photos and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, such as moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Every package includes a written report. Common reasons to book are gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and loose ridge or hip tiles, on ridges, hips and valleys, flat roofs and natural slate.
Crowthorne mixes older houses, often slate or clay tiled, with newer estates, many of them with concrete tiles. Chimneys on older houses may be redundant, capped or leaning, and their lead flashings still need to be sound. Later houses have their own typical faults, from loose ridge tiles to blocked gutters.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Crowthorne (RG45, RG40)
- Region
- Wokingham
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In Crowthorne, many roofs join a neighbour’s, so we look at what can be seen of the shared parts from your side. It helps to know about previous repairs, leaks or recent work.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Crowthorne
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- File the report with your home documents
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes a consultation in person. It’s a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Keep the roof space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Check insulation doesn’t block the airflow at the eaves.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Roof area
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded.
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. We will tell you if the flue needs a specialist.
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Your questions about roof surveys in Crowthorne
How do I find out if my home in Crowthorne is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover Crowthorne?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Crowthorne is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
What does a roof survey include?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT.
What a roof survey looks like in Crowthorne
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you own a rental within reach of Crowthorne station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. If you live near a park such as Edgbarrow Woods, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near The Lexicon, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Crowthorne is about 3 miles south-west of Bracknell, in Wokingham. We survey roofs in Crowthorne across London and South East England. Across Wokingham, we cover Crowthorne. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Roof surveys in RG45 and RG40 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer roof surveys to properties on Church Road East, Church Road West and High Street and the roads around them. Crowthorne sits on or near the A321 and B3348, which makes travel easy. Other places close to Crowthorne include Owlsmoor (1 mile south-east), Home Farm (1 mile north-east), Wooden Hill (2 miles north-east), Sandhurst (2 miles south) and Hanworth (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Reading (9 miles north-west), Wokingham (3 miles north-west), Woodley (7 miles north-west), Earley (7 miles north-west), Lower Earley (6 miles north-west) and Winnersh (5 miles north-west). Crowthorne is among the bigger towns we cover in Wokingham.
Around Crowthorne
We work in homes and buildings around King Edward VI Aston School, The Prince pub and Edgbarrow Woods, among other places. The nearest railway station is Crowthorne station, roughly 1 mile south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find The Lexicon (3.7 miles north-east) and Pinewood Hospital (0.9 miles north). Not far away are Wildmoor Heath and Heath Lake.