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Roof survey in Graveley, Hertfordshire
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Graveley, with photographs and a written report.
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Graveley
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We look at the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the roof space where there is safe access. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it is relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. Common reasons to book are gutters that overflow in heavy rain and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, on clay and concrete tiles, ridges, hips and valleys and lead flashings.
In a village or hamlet like Graveley, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few 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.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Graveley (SG4)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. For a village or hamlet like Graveley, the journey is planned ahead of time: 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.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
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What we’re asked to look at in Graveley
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building, especially near trees.
People typically book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
What to check before booking
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What insurance they carry
- Is VAT included in the price?
Graveley questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Stevenage station book a roof survey?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Is Graveley within the area you cover?
Yes. Graveley is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
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.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
How long does the visit take?
The visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We’ll confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Leave roof access to professionals
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. It is a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Graveley
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Roof surveys in Graveley: local notes
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Graveley Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For landlords with property near Stevenage station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Graveley is about 2 miles north-west of Stevenage, in Hertfordshire. Roofs in Graveley get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hertfordshire. Graveley is one of the places in Hertfordshire we cover for roof surveys. There is also a page for Milton Keynes.
Surveys in SG4 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on High Street, Oak Lane and Ashwell Close and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Graveley: Todd's Green (1 mile south-west), Great Wymondley (1 mile north-west), Little Wymondley (1 mile west), Titmore Green (1 mile south-west) and Lower Titmore Green (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as St Albans (14 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (10 miles south), Harpenden (10 miles south-west), Hitchin (3 miles west), Hoddesdon (15 miles south-east) and Hatfield (12 miles south).
What’s near Graveley
In Graveley, that means homes and buildings near Waggon And Horses Public House, Church of Saint Nicholas and The John Henry Newman School. The closest station to Graveley is Stevenage station, about 2.4 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Wymondley Castle (1.1 miles west) and Stevenage Museum (2.4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Purwell Ninesprings.
What we look for on each type of roof
Natural slate
From the loft, we look at the underside of a slate roof. There may be old felt underlay, or none at all on very old roofs, and we note its condition.
Concrete interlocking tiles
On low-pitched roofs, the laps and fixings of interlocking tiles matter. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles.