Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Great Hampden, Buckinghamshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Great Hampden, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
How it works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about one to two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like Great Hampden, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. 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.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Keep pets in another room
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us, tell us about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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About our roof survey in Great Hampden
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, others want a check before selling or after years without one. The approach is the same in each case: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. If you’re worried about ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and torn or sagging underlay, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Great Hampden, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Great Hampden (HP16)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof survey looks like in Great Hampden
A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Historic houses such as Hughenden Manor, about 3.8 miles south, show how far back building around Great Hampden goes. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. If you own a rental within reach of Great Missenden station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Great Hampden is about 5 miles north of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. We provide roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Great Hampden and nearby. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire, large and small. Reading is in our area too.
Roof surveys in HP16 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on School Lane and Memorial Road and the roads around them. If you are just outside Great Hampden, we cover Great Missenden (3 miles east), Wendover Dean (3 miles north-east), Coombe (3 miles north), Hunt's Green (3 miles north-east) and Kingsash (4 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Aylesbury (8 miles north), High Wycombe (5 miles south), Chesham (7 miles east), Marlow (9 miles south), Amersham (7 miles east) and Beaconsfield (8 miles south-east).
Around Great Hampden
We work in homes and buildings around The Hampden Arms. Great Hampden’s nearest station is Great Missenden station, about 2.6 miles east. A little further out are Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre (2.8 miles east) and Chiltern Hospital (3.4 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Prestwood Local Nature Reserve and Beacon Hill.
When to book a survey in Great Hampden
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary Magdalene, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
We email the report to you, with photographs of what we found. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. A stuffy loft collects condensation, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A small roof defect typically gets bigger. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and damp timber slowly weakens. Catching it early means less to put right. For older village homes like those around Great Hampden, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- PI and public liability insurance
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Great Hampden
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer.
Questions from Great Hampden
I let a flat near Great Missenden station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is Great Hampden within the area you cover?
Yes. Great Hampden is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We don’t give a number of years. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it’s wearing, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we’ll say so. We do not provide structural calculations.
How long does a roof survey take?
Allow an hour or two for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.