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Roof survey in Little Sandhurst, Bracknell Forest
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a roof survey in Little Sandhurst and across Bracknell Forest, with plain-English findings.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
How it works
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes an hour or two for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Parking around Little Sandhurst is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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About our roof survey in Little Sandhurst
Three packages cover most roofs: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT. The Basic Survey gives a visual inspection, photographs and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Each one comes with a written report. If you’ve noticed valley linings that have cracked or split and cracked or blistered flat roof coverings, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Little Sandhurst drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from ground level.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Little Sandhurst (GU47, RG45)
- Region
- Bracknell Forest
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Ponding, blistering, splits and cracked surfaces are the common warning signs. Upstands and outlets are checked too.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
What we are asked to look at in Little Sandhurst
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, and rain finds any gap it can. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Loose chimney pots
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Debris building up in roof valleys
If you own a rental within reach of Sandhurst station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- When you’ll get the report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What exactly goes into their report
Little Sandhurst: your questions answered
Will you come out to Little Sandhurst?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
I let a flat near Sandhurst station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
How long does the visit take?
Allow between one and two hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. We’ll confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
What does a roof survey include?
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.
Honest limits
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
Useful tips for Little Sandhurst property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Let us know about past leaks
Keep the report with your property records. It is a useful baseline for future surveys, and it can help when you sell.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Towns and villages near Little Sandhurst
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Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Little Sandhurst
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Michael are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Take a building like New Scotland Hill Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Little Sandhurst is about 1 mile west of Sandhurst, in Bracknell Forest. From houses to flats and shops in Little Sandhurst, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across Bracknell Forest, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Reading.
We work across GU47 and RG45 for roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on New Road, Sandy Lane and High Street. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Yateley (1 mile south-west), Darby Green (2 miles south), Finchampstead (2 miles west), Eversley Cross (2 miles west) and Minley (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Bracknell (5 miles north-east), Wick Hill (6 miles north-east), Priestwood (5 miles north), Lawrence Hill (6 miles north-east), Binfield (5 miles north) and Quelm Park (6 miles north-east).
What’s near Little Sandhurst
Typical jobs here are in homes near Fox & Hounds pub, Ambarrow Court and Edgbarrow School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Sandhurst station, about 0.6 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Pinewood Hospital (2.2 miles north) and Staff College Museum (2.8 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Wildmoor Heath and Horseshoe Lake.
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.