West Berkshire · London and the South East
Greenham Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across Greenham, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Honest limits
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- A structural engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Greenham
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Greenham
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, like moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Every package includes a written report. We survey flat roofs, ridges, hips and valleys and lead flashings, and the problems we are asked to look at most are valley linings that have cracked or split and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- Greenham (RG19, RG14)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Greenham
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Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Greenham
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you live near a park like Sandleford Priory, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Greenham is about 1 mile south-east of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We carry out roof surveys in Greenham for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our West Berkshire coverage includes Greenham and the places around it. You can also see our page for Reading.
All of RG19 and RG14 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a roof survey at a property on Water Lane, Greenham Road and Draytons View or anywhere close by, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Sandleford (1 mile south-west), Newbury (1 mile north-west), Newtown Common (2 miles south-west), Wash Common (2 miles south-west) and Burghclere Common (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Burghfield Common (11 miles east), Hungerford (9 miles west), Spencers Wood (15 miles east), Calcot (12 miles east), Lambourn (13 miles north-west) and Burghfield Hill (11 miles east).
What’s near Greenham
In Greenham, that means homes and buildings near St Bartholomew's School, Sandleford Priory and The Old London Apprentice pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Newbury Racecourse station, about 0.9 miles north of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include West Berkshire Community Hospital (1.5 miles north-east) and Donnington Castle (2.7 miles north-west). Open spaces near Greenham include Audrey's Meadow.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book.
When to book a survey in Greenham
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Torn or sagging felt lets water through.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
If you own a rental within reach of Newbury Racecourse station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Which limits apply to the survey
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
FAQs for Greenham
Will you come out to Greenham?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Newbury Racecourse station?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. Our report notes any materials that might, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
How it works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take between one and two hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere like Greenham needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, 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.
- 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 we arrive
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- File the report with your home documents
- Mention any damp patches as you book
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It shows how the roof has fared over the year.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Photograph anything new.
What we look for on each type of roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Many post-war houses have concrete interlocking tiles. They last well, but their surface erodes slowly, and they can crack.
Flat roof coverings
Repeated coatings can hide what’s underneath. If the covering would need opening up to know more, we say so.