Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Haultwick, Hertfordshire
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Haultwick, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
Roof survey in Haultwick: what you get
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 loft space where there’s safe access. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. We survey chimney stacks, natural slate and the roof space, and people most frequently book us about crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching and flashings that have come away from the wall.
Some older homes in villages like Haultwick are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Location
- Haultwick (SG11)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Haultwick homes and their roofs
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. With Aston Bury about 3.9 miles west, Haultwick sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you look after a building such as Munden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. Landlords with a home close to Watton-At-Stone station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Haultwick is about 5 miles east of Stevenage, in Hertfordshire. We survey roofs in Haultwick and the rest of Hertfordshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Chelmsford.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: SG11. Whether your property is on The Street, Frogs Hall Lane and Gifford's Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Dane End (1 mile south), Whempstead (2 miles south-west), Burn's Green (2 miles west), Sacombe Green (2 miles south) and Sacombe (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Stevenage (5 miles west), St Albans (15 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (9 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (9 miles south-west), Harpenden (13 miles west) and Hitchin (10 miles north-west).
Near you in Haultwick
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Rest And Welcome Public House and Ralph Sadleir Middle School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Watton-At-Stone station, about 3.6 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Benington Castle (2.6 miles west). For a walk, there is Astonbury Wood.
FAQs for Haultwick
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Haultwick?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Haultwick within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when booking.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Let us know about past leaks
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It helps you see whether anything has changed.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
When to book a survey in Haultwick
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
If you live in an older home near Parish Church of All Saints, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Are they insured for the work?
- What follow-up you get after the report
Can I check my roof myself?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. For a village or hamlet like Haultwick, the journey is planned beforehand: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You let us know 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 ground level, 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 written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Haultwick
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Haultwick. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.