Bracknell Forest · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Easthampstead
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Easthampstead. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
Roof survey in Easthampstead: what you get
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof typically wears out sooner than a pitched one, so they deserve a close look. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. We survey the roof space, ridges, hips and valleys and flat roofs, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are blocked, sagging or leaking gutters and flashings that have come away from the wall.
Around Easthampstead, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are typically where the work is. Nails and battens under older coverings frequently give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Easthampstead (RG12)
- Wider area
- Bracknell Forest
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Easthampstead
Should a flat-roofed garage or porch in Easthampstead be checked too?
Yes, if you’d like it included, mention it when you book. Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos, so a specialist asbestos surveyor should check before they’re disturbed.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Easthampstead?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where it applies.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How long does the visit take?
On site, it typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Report times depend on the package.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
Useful tips for Easthampstead property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Keep the report with your property records
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Water that gets into a stack can show as damp in the rooms below. We look for the likely route in.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles.
Honest limits
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- A structural engineer’s report
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
How the survey works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Parking around Easthampstead is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can frequently be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest.
- 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.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
How to book
Prices start 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.
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Prices for roof surveys in Easthampstead
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you get in touch
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
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Roof surveys in Easthampstead: local notes
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so check with the council.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near The Lexicon, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. If you look after a building such as Fox Hill Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you let a flat or house near Bracknell station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Easthampstead is about 1 mile south-west of Bracknell, in Bracknell Forest. Whether the building in Easthampstead is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Across Bracknell Forest, we cover Easthampstead. You can also see our page for Reading.
Here we cover the RG12 postcode area for roof surveys. We cover properties on Mill Lane, Redvers Road and Rectory Lane. Main roads around Easthampstead include the A3095, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Wildridings (1 mile north-west), Bracknell (1 mile north-east), Harmans Water (1 mile east), Jennett's Park (1 mile east) and Priestwood (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Sandhurst (4 miles south), College Town (4 miles south), Little Sandhurst (4 miles south-west), Owlsmoor (3 miles south) and Winkfield Row (3 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Easthampstead
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Brakenhale School, The Brakenhale School and The Horse And Groom Public House, among other places. The closest station to Easthampstead is Bracknell station, about 0.6 miles north. Nearby you will also find Pinewood Hospital (2.1 miles south-west) and The Lexicon (0.9 miles north). Open spaces near Easthampstead include Heath Lake and Wildmoor Heath.