Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Hook's Cross
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Hook's Cross, with photos and a written report.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Worn or blocked valleys
About our roof survey in Hook's Cross
Everything we check, we check safely: from the ground, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it’s safe. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. We survey clay and concrete tiles, ridges, hips and valleys and natural slate, and common reasons people get in touch are leaking gutter joints and downpipes and condensation or damp timbers in the loft.
In a small place like Hook's Cross, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Hook's Cross (SG14)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Towns and villages near Hook's Cross
What else we do in Hook's Cross
Hook's Cross: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Hook's Cross is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Hook's Cross?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos testing is not part of our service. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when booking.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it is safe. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Roof surveys in Hook's Cross: local notes
With Aston Bury about 0.7 miles north, Hook's Cross sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you let a flat or house near Watton-At-Stone station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Take a building like Barnwell School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Hook's Cross is about 3 miles south-east of Stevenage, in Hertfordshire. We carry out roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hook's Cross and the surrounding area. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Hook's Cross. You can also see our page for London.
Roof surveys in SG14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Hook's Cross include Bragbury End (1 mile north-west), Aston (1 mile north), Datchworth (1 mile south-west), Watton at Stone (1 mile south-east) and Knebworth (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (3 miles north-west), St Albans (11 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (13 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (5 miles south-west), Harpenden (10 miles west) and Hitchin (8 miles north-west).
Near you in Hook's Cross
We work in homes and buildings around Chequers Inn and the streets around them. Hook's Cross’s nearest station is Watton-At-Stone station, about 1.3 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Lister Hospital (4.8 miles north-west) and Benington Castle (2.1 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Astonbury Wood.
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
Why act early in Hook's Cross
Before you put a home on the market, it helps to know the roof’s condition. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them, or at least know what to expect. Outbuildings and barns around Hook's Cross are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why book us in Hook's Cross
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Prices that include VAT
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 98% of customers satisfied
See our cost guide and our case studies.
What we look for on each type of roof
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, but its nails frequently corrode first. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted, and for clips that show past repairs.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Mortar at ridges and verges often cracks on tiled roofs. We check for loose ridge tiles and missing mortar, as wind can lift them.
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Around Hook's Cross, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Keep pets in another room
Getting a price
To get a price for roof surveys in Hook's Cross, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
How we price roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How big the roof is
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you contact us
There is no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Anything about access we should know
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.