Bracknell Forest · London and the South East
Roof survey in Hanworth, Bracknell Forest
Roof surveys in Hanworth and the rest of Bracknell Forest. We survey seven days a week.
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Roof survey in Hanworth
There are three levels of survey: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, such as moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Each one comes with a written report. Common reasons to book are loose ridge or hip tiles and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone, on lead flashings, chimney stacks and clay and concrete tiles.
In a smaller place like Hanworth, homes range from older cottages to 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 usually where the work is, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. The fixings under an older roof frequently fail before good slates or tiles do.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Hanworth (RG12, RG40)
- Region
- Bracknell Forest
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Hanworth
Without a survey, you are guessing at what the roof needs. You might pay for work that doesn’t fix the real problem, or to a real problem being missed. We tell you what’s really needed. Homes in smaller places like Hanworth can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further, and water follows.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- PI and public liability insurance
- Photos and a written report every time
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hanworth
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Roof surveys in Hanworth: local notes
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Landlords with a home close to Bracknell 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 St Mary Magdalene's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Hanworth is about 1 mile south of Bracknell, in Bracknell Forest. We carry out roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hanworth. Our area takes in places right across Bracknell Forest, large and small. We also survey roofs in Reading.
All of RG12 and RG40 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Hanworth Road, Waterham Road and Crowthorne Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Hanworth: Birch Hill (1 mile east), Wooden Hill (1 mile west), Great Hollands (1 mile north-west), Home Farm (1 mile west) and Crown Wood (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Sandhurst (3 miles south), Lawrence Hill (3 miles north), Binfield (3 miles north), Quelm Park (3 miles north), Whitegrove (3 miles north-east) and College Town (4 miles south).
Landmarks near Hanworth
In Hanworth, that means homes and buildings near Easthampstead Park Community School, The Brakenhale School and Golden Retriever pub. For rail, the closest station is Bracknell station, about 1.5 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Pinewood Hospital (1.5 miles west) and Small Arms School Corps Weapons Collection (3.6 miles south). Open spaces near Hanworth include Wildmoor Heath and Heath Lake.
What we are asked to look at in Hanworth
Some damage starts inside the loft space. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up in the loft, and the damp gets into timbers and insulation. It can look like a leak, and it needs a different fix.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Anyone responsible for a site like The Pines School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
What to check before booking
- Their insurance cover
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What the survey won’t cover
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
What happens on the day
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a smaller place like Hanworth, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- 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.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Questions from Hanworth
Is Hanworth within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Are flat-roofed garages and porches in Hanworth worth including?
Often, yes, so mention it as you book. Many homes in new towns like Bracknell have flat-roofed garages and porches, and felt roofs often last around 15–20 years.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
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. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we are given access to.
Prices for roof surveys in Hanworth
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The size of the roof
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- The property’s address and postcode
- What made you get in touch
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
What a roof survey doesn’t cover
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Hanworth
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks