Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Four Ashes Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Four Ashes, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
We email the report to you, with photographs of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Each finding is set out in plain English, with recommendations.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Each report gives a record to compare against.
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Four Ashes
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. They’re included alongside the main roof, including signs of standing water, splits and tired upstands. Flat roofs often need attention long before the main roof. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, lead flashings and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are flashings that have come away from the wall and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists.
Somewhere as small as Four Ashes, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Four Ashes (HP15, HP13)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
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. Most surveys take about one to two hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere like Four Ashes needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- How big the roof is
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. When they do, water comes straight into the house. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Four Ashes, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why book us in Four Ashes
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Roof surveys in Four Ashes: local notes
About 1 mile west lies Hughenden Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Four Ashes has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you look after a building like Great Kingshill Church of England Combined School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Landlords with a home close to High Wycombe station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. The streets around a church such as St Michael and All Angels Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Four Ashes is about 2 miles north of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. We provide roof surveys for homes and businesses in Four Ashes. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in HP15 and HP13 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Cryers Hill (1 mile north), Terriers (1 mile south), Widmer End (1 mile north-east), Hazlemere (1 mile east) and Hughenden Valley (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (12 miles north), Chesham (7 miles north-east), Marlow (6 miles south), Amersham (6 miles east), Beaconsfield (5 miles south-east) and Chalfont St Peter (8 miles south-east).
Around Four Ashes
We work in homes and buildings around The Royal Grammar School, Pipers Corner School and The Crown pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is High Wycombe station, roughly 1.8 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre (3.6 miles north) and Hospital of St John the Baptist (1.9 miles south). Not far away are Gomm's Wood.
Nearby places to Four Ashes
Other services in Four Ashes
Landlord and commercial surveys in Four Ashes
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Worn or split lead lets water straight in.
Chimney stacks
We check the stack itself, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. If a specialist is needed, we will say so.
Common questions in Four Ashes
How do I find out if my home in Four Ashes is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a 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.
Can a landlord with a rental near High Wycombe station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we’ll say so. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report.
Do you cover Four Ashes?
Yes. We cover Four Ashes and the rest of Buckinghamshire. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag materials that could contain it, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.