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Roof Survey in Longlane
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a roof survey in Longlane and across West Berkshire.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
When you need someone else
It helps to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
Roof survey in Longlane
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it’s safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. We survey clay and concrete tiles, chimney stacks and ridges, hips and valleys, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaking gutter joints and downpipes and ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs.
In a small place like Longlane, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Longlane (RG18)
- Region
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Longlane
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Shaw House, about 2.7 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Longlane. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like 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 home is one of the older ones in the streets near Holy Trinity, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Curridge Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Landlords with a home close to Newbury Racecourse station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Longlane is about 3 miles north of Thatcham, in West Berkshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Longlane can all book roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Across West Berkshire, we cover Longlane. Our Reading page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the RG18 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Sandy Close, Long Lane and Curridge Piece or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Curridge (1 mile west), Hermitage (1 mile north-east), Wellhouse (1 mile east), Oare (1 mile north) and Little Hungerford (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Newbury (4 miles south-west), Thatcham (3 miles south), Burghfield Common (10 miles east), Speenhamland (3 miles south-west), Hungerford (10 miles west) and Spencers Wood (14 miles east).
What’s near Longlane
In Longlane, that means homes and buildings near The Bunk Inn. For rail, the closest station is Newbury Racecourse station, roughly 3.3 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include West Berkshire Community Hospital (2.7 miles south) and British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (3.4 miles south-west). Not far away are Snelsmore Common.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Most leaks begin at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. That’s why we look at them closely.
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. We’ll tell you if the flue needs a specialist.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Longlane
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Your questions about roof surveys in Longlane
Do you cover smaller places like Longlane?
Yes, Longlane is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Can a landlord with a rental near Newbury Racecourse station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. Our report notes any materials that might, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We do not give a number of years. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can normally go ahead in light rain. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we will arrange another day with you.
Are you insured?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Photograph stains when they appear
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. It is a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Other services in Longlane
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere like Longlane needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You tell us about the property and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.