Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Ibstone, Buckinghamshire
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Ibstone. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
Do you need a roof survey in Ibstone?
Not every roof problem comes from outside. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, wetting timbers and insulation. It can look like a leak.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Nicholas, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
What to check before booking
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What insurance they carry
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether VAT is added on top
Roof survey in Ibstone: what you get
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, yet nails, battens and underlay often fail first. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. If you’ve noticed loose ridge or hip tiles and cracked or blistered flat roof coverings, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like Ibstone, 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 roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Ibstone (HP14)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes a consultation in person. It is a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air cannot move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Before you put a home on the market, it’s useful 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. For older village homes like those around Ibstone, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
For a price for your roof in Ibstone, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Surveys seven days a week
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The size of the roof
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
Helping us price your survey
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Ibstone homes and their roofs
About 3 miles south lies Stonor Park, a reminder of how long the area around Ibstone has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Take a building like Ibstone CofE Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you let a flat or house near Saunderton station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Ibstone is about 7 miles west of High Wycombe, in Buckinghamshire. From houses to flats and shops in Ibstone, we can survey the roof. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire. Reading is in our area too.
All of HP14 is within our area for roof surveys. Other places close to Ibstone include Northend (1 mile south-west), Turville Heath (2 miles south), Christmas Common (2 miles west), Stonor (3 miles south) and Crowell Hill (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Aylesbury (13 miles north), High Wycombe (7 miles east), Chesham (14 miles east), Marlow (8 miles south-east), Amersham (14 miles east) and Beaconsfield (12 miles east).
What’s near Ibstone
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Fox pub, among other places. The closest station to Ibstone is Saunderton station, about 4.6 miles north-east of the centre. For a walk, there is Bald Hill and Aston Rowant NNR.
Common questions in Ibstone
Will you come out to Ibstone?
Yes. Ibstone is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Is my home in Ibstone listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We don’t put a figure on it, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
How long does the visit take?
On site, it typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Report times depend on the package.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We’re covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. For a village or hamlet like Ibstone, the journey is planned ahead of time: 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 is safe.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, 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
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Checking the roof from the ground
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.