Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Dunton, Buckinghamshire
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out roof surveys in Dunton, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Standing water on a flat roof
What we look for on each type of roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
On low-pitched roofs, the laps and fixings of interlocking tiles matter. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles.
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
Roof survey in Dunton
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, which helps with tall or steep roofs. You do not need to do anything except give us access. Everything we see is photographed for the report. If you’re worried about ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ridges, hips and valleys, flat roofs and clay and concrete tiles alike.
In a small place like Dunton, many roofs stand in the open, 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.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Dunton (MK18)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaks rarely show up right away. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Dunton, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we can help you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Dunton
- Visits on any day of the week
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Plain-English reports with photos
- An independent view of the roof
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Questions from Dunton
How do I find out if my home in Dunton is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Dunton?
Yes, Dunton is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when you book.
When will the report arrive?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photographs.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. We do not provide structural calculations.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Places near Dunton
What else we do in Dunton
What we are asked to look at in Dunton
What’s under the slates or tiles is as important as the coverings themselves. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Torn or sagging felt lets water through.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
If you live in an older home near Church of St Martin, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- When you’ll get the report
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
How it works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey normally takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a small place like Dunton, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Dunton
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Dunton
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Buckinghamshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. About 4.4 miles east lies Ascott House, a reminder of how long the area around Dunton has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Dunton is about 6 miles north of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. Surveys in Dunton work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
Every address in MK18 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Swanbourne (2 miles north-west), Mursley (3 miles north), Granborough (3 miles west), Winslow (4 miles north-west) and Little Horwood (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (6 miles south), Buckingham (10 miles north-west), Elmhurst (6 miles south), Southcourt (7 miles south), Princes Risborough (13 miles south) and Haydon Hill (6 miles south).
Near you in Dunton
Well-known places in the area include Tindal Centre (6 miles south) and Bolbec Castle (2.5 miles south-west).
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. 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. Take photos of anything that changes.