Wokingham · London and the South East
Earley Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across Earley, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
How the survey works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. For a home in Earley, the main things we need are a way into the loft, a route to the back garden and somewhere to park. Someone needs to let us in, so tell us who that will be.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Roof survey in Earley
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. We survey natural slate, clay and concrete tiles and the roof space, and people most often book us about crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken.
In a town like Earley, most homes are houses whose owners look after their own roofs. Small faults, such as a cracked ridge, a slipped tile or a blocked gutter, are cheaper to deal with early. A roof report gives you a list of what needs doing and how soon, whether you live in the house or let it. Photographs show you exactly what was seen, even on parts you can’t reach yourself.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Earley (RG6, RG2, RG1)
- Region
- Wokingham
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it’s worth a survey now in Earley
If you’re planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You will know what a buyer’s survey might pick up, or at least know what to expect. Extensions and dormers on homes around Earley often hide the first signs of trouble at their joints with the main roof. A few wet winters later, it can mean new plaster and decorating as well as roof work.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 20 years’ experience
DIY checks: what’s safe
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.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Earley questions
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Earley station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Earley is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Is this a RICS 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.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Earley?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what you need to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How quickly will I get the report?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. It is emailed to you.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
We check the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings of each stack, as far as we can safely see them. We note any lean or loose pots.
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets.
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Keep the report with your property records
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Roof surveys in Earley: local notes
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Homes near green spaces such as Maiden Erlegh Local Nature Reserve can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Anyone responsible for a site like Radstock Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Earley is about 2 miles south-east of Reading, in Wokingham. We carry out roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Earley and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across Wokingham, large and small.
We survey roofs across RG6, RG2 and RG1 for roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Elm Road, Elm Lane and Mays Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Earley is on the A327 and A3290, so it is easy for us to get to. If you are just outside Earley, we cover Lower Earley (1 mile south-east), Whitley (1 mile west), Newtown (2 miles north-west), Whitley Wood (2 miles south-west) and Shinfield (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Wokingham (4 miles south-east), Crowthorne (7 miles south-east), Woosehill (4 miles south-east), Emmbrook (3 miles east), Twyford (4 miles north-east) and Charvil (4 miles north-east). Earley is one of the larger places we cover in Wokingham.
Around Earley
In Earley, that means homes and buildings near Maiden Erlegh Local Nature Reserve, Leighton Park School and The Three Tuns pub. Nearby too are University of Reading library (0.7 miles north-west) and Maiden Erlegh School (0.5 miles north-east). The closest station to Earley is Earley station, roughly 0.9 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Berkshire Hospital (1.7 miles north-west) and Berkshire Medical Heritage Centre Museum (1.7 miles north-west). For a walk, there is South Lake and Fobney Island Wetland Reserve.
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Common roof problems in Earley
Not every roof problem comes from outside. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, wetting timbers and insulation. It can look like a leak, and it needs a different fix.
Problems we come across often include:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Loose chimney pots
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near The Oracle, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What they will not be able to tell you
- What happens after the report arrives