Wokingham · London and the South East
Roof survey in Hungerford, Wokingham
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hungerford. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Honest limits
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Roof survey in Hungerford
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and where it is relevant we say what’s urgent and what can wait. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where it applies and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. We are often asked to look into worn lead at chimneys and abutments and leaking gutter joints and downpipes, on clay and concrete tiles, the roof space and lead flashings.
In a small place like Hungerford, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. 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 often where weather gets in first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Hungerford (RG10)
- Wider area
- Wokingham
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Hungerford
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Anyone responsible for a site like Waltham St Lawrence Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Hungerford is about 4 miles east of Woodley, in Wokingham. From houses to flats and shops in Hungerford, we can survey the roof. Hungerford is one of the towns and villages in Wokingham we cover for roof surveys. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the RG10 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Hungerford Lane and Wicks Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Shurlock Row (1 mile east), Waltham St Lawrence (1 mile north), Hurst (2 miles south-west), Whistley Green (2 miles west) and Ruscombe (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Reading (7 miles west), Wokingham (4 miles south), Woodley (4 miles west), Earley (5 miles south-west), Crowthorne (6 miles south) and Lower Earley (5 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Hungerford
In Hungerford, that means homes and buildings near The Plough Public House and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Twyford station, roughly 2.1 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Wokingham Hospital (4 miles south). Open spaces near Hungerford include Lavells Lake and South Lake.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. A survey lets you deal with things in order of urgency, rather than calling someone out after a storm. Older and listed buildings around Hungerford may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book with us
- 98% of customers satisfied
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
What we look for on each type of roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Many post-war houses have concrete interlocking tiles. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but their surfaces weather over the years, and they can crack.
Natural slate
From the loft, we look at the underside of a slate roof. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none.
Common questions in Hungerford
I let a flat near Twyford station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the building.
Is my home in Hungerford listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What do you check on a roof survey?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, along with the loft where it’s safe. The report includes photos and recommendations.
What we are asked to look at in Hungerford
Chimneys stand exposed above the roof. Pointing erodes, flaunching cracks and pots work loose. Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts at the top of the stack.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Loose chimney pots
If you own a rental within reach of Twyford station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Their track record with similar roofs
Towns and villages near Hungerford
What else we do in Hungerford
The survey, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere as small as Hungerford, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- 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.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Related advice
Prices for roof surveys in Hungerford
We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- House, block, shop or office
For a price for your roof in Hungerford, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.