Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Jockey End
Wondering about the roof at a property in Jockey End? You can book a roof survey in Jockey End and across Hertfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Debris building up in roof valleys
What a roof survey does not cover
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- A structural engineer’s report
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
Roof survey in Jockey End: what you get
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages frequently have flat roofs. They’re included alongside the main roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. Flat roofs frequently need attention long before the main roof. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. Typical surveys look at ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and valley linings that have cracked or split, on ridges, hips and valleys, natural slate and chimney stacks.
Some older homes in villages like Jockey End 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Jockey End (HP2)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- 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
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Jockey End
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Jockey End. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What we do, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Jockey End frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
For a price for roof surveys in Jockey End, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
Useful tips for Jockey End property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Keep the report with your property records
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. That helps you decide what to do first.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
Jockey End questions
Is Jockey End within the area you cover?
Yes. Jockey End is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Can a landlord with a rental near Berkhamsted station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it normally takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we check:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- House, block, shop or office
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Anything about access we should know
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- When you need the report by
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Why get it checked now?
If you’re planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them, or at least know what to expect. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Why book with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Plain-English reports with photos
- An independent look at the roof
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What a roof survey looks like in Jockey End
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Gaddesden Row JMI School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you own a rental within reach of Berkhamsted station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Jockey End is about 4 miles north of Hemel Hempstead, in Hertfordshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Jockey End can all book roof surveys. Our area takes in places right across Hertfordshire. There is also a page for Milton Keynes.
Roof surveys in HP2 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer roof surveys to properties on West Dene, Johnson Court and Gaddesden Row and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Ballingdon Bottom (1 mile north-west), Roe End (1 mile north-east), Markyate (2 miles north-east), Trowley Bottom (2 miles east) and Flamstead (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Watford (11 miles south), Hemel Hempstead (4 miles south), Stevenage (15 miles north-east), St Albans (8 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (13 miles east) and Harpenden (6 miles east).
Near you in Jockey End
Jockey End’s nearest station is Berkhamsted station, roughly 4.6 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find Hemel Hempstead Hospital (4.4 miles south). Open spaces near Jockey End include Landpark Wood.