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Roof survey in Owlsmoor, Bracknell Forest
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Roof surveys in Owlsmoor, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
About our roof survey in Owlsmoor
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We check the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the roof space where there is safe access. You get a written report with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. If you’re worried about ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs, we can find out what’s behind it, on natural slate, the roof space and lead flashings alike.
Around Owlsmoor, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls, and moss holds water against tiles. 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 the ground.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Owlsmoor (GU47, RG45)
- Region
- Bracknell Forest
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Owlsmoor
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building.
Problems we come across often include:
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Torn or sagging underlay
Trees in and around Edgbarrow Woods shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Their report turnaround times
- Which limits apply to the survey
Nearby places to Owlsmoor
Also in Owlsmoor
What we do, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit normally takes between one and two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Owlsmoor, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Your questions about roof surveys in Owlsmoor
I let a flat near Sandhurst station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that is 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.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Owlsmoor?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
Do you go up on the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. We also inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
How much does a roof survey cost in Owlsmoor?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package.
Are you insured?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Owlsmoor?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay plain and peg tiles
Handmade and machine-made clay tiles are long-lasting. Slipped, cracked and missing tiles are recorded.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped, and for flashings replaced with mortar or bitumen.
Owlsmoor homes and their roofs
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. 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.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Owlsmoor Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For an older house near a landmark such as St George's Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Owlsmoor is about 1 mile north of Sandhurst, in Bracknell Forest. We cover Owlsmoor and the rest of Bracknell Forest. Our Bracknell Forest coverage includes Owlsmoor and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Surveys in GU47 and RG45 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer roof surveys to properties on Oak Avenue, South Road and Church Road. If you’re just outside Owlsmoor, we cover Sandhurst (1 mile south), College Town (1 mile south), Crowthorne (1 mile north-west), Blackwater (2 miles south) and Frogmore (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Bracknell (4 miles north), Wick Hill (5 miles north-east), Priestwood (5 miles north), Lawrence Hill (5 miles north), Binfield (5 miles north) and Quelm Park (5 miles north).
Near you in Owlsmoor
In Owlsmoor, that means homes and buildings near Royal Military Academy Library, Edgbarrow Woods and The Iron Duke pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Sandhurst station, roughly 1.1 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Pinewood Hospital (2 miles north) and Staff College Museum (1.9 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Wildmoor Heath and Horseshoe Lake.
Useful tips for Owlsmoor property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. A stuffy loft collects condensation, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Check insulation does not block the airflow at the eaves.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaks rarely show up right away. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. Arranging work in a smaller place like Owlsmoor is easier with notice than in an emergency. A survey gives you that notice.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Owlsmoor
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent view of the roof
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What we cannot see
It helps to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate