Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Ickleford Roof Survey
Wondering about the roof at a property in Ickleford? We carry out roof surveys in Ickleford and across Hertfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Why act early in Ickleford
Many roofs go years without anyone looking at them closely. A survey sets a baseline, so you can compare it next time. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Ickleford, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
For a price for your roof in Ickleford, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Surveys seven days a week
- An independent look at the roof
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Ickleford
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, while others just want to know where they stand. The approach is the same in each case: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. Visits run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, so it’s easy to find a day that suits. Typical surveys look at blocked, sagging or leaking gutters and ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs, across chimney stacks, flat roofs and the roof space.
Some older homes in villages like Ickleford 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Ickleford (SG5)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes an hour or two for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Ickleford often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
For a price for roof surveys in Ickleford, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
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Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Photograph stains when they appear
- File the report with your home documents
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Keep the roof space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Make sure insulation doesn’t block the airflow at the eaves.
Local roofs in Ickleford
England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so the council is the place to ask. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Landlords with a home close to Hitchin station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. Take a building like Ickleford Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you live near a park such as Butts Close, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Ickleford is about 2 miles north of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. We carry out roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Ickleford and nearby. Our area takes in places right across Hertfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
We survey roofs across SG5 for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Greenfield Lane, Boswell Drive and Chambers Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Bearton (1 mile south), Westmill (1 mile south), Walsworth (1 mile south-east), Hitchin (2 miles south) and Benslow (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Stevenage (6 miles south-east), St Albans (15 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (13 miles south), Harpenden (11 miles south), Hatfield (15 miles south) and Hertford (15 miles south-east).
Around Ickleford
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Priory School, Butts Close and Plume Of Feathers Public House. For rail, the closest station is Hitchin station, about 1.5 miles south-east. A little further out are Garden City Collection Study Centre (1.4 miles north-east) and Fairfield Hospital (2.6 miles north-east). Not far away are Oughtonhead Nature Reserve and Markham's Hill.
Honest limits
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- A full building survey of the property
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Ickleford
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
Also in Ickleford
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Common questions in Ickleford
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Ickleford?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will you come out to Ickleford?
Yes, Ickleford is covered. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes about one to two hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
How quickly will I get the report?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.