Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Roof survey in Pimlico, Hertfordshire
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Pimlico. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
How a roof survey works in Pimlico
The report is written for you, in plain language. Each defect is described with photos and a recommendation, and where it’s relevant we say what’s urgent and what can wait. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. Common reasons to book are cracked or blistered flat roof coverings and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, across flat roofs, natural slate and lead flashings.
Older buildings in small places like Pimlico may be 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Pimlico (HP3)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof survey looks like in Pimlico
Historic houses such as High Elms Manor, about 2.2 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Pimlico goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you let a flat or house near Kings Langley station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Bedmond Academy, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Pimlico is about 2 miles south-east of Hemel Hempstead, in Hertfordshire. We carry out roof surveys in Pimlico for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: HP3. Whether your property is on Bedmond Road and Hyde Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you are just outside Pimlico, we cover Bedmond (1 mile south), Westwick Row (1 mile north), Nash Mills (2 miles west), Leverstock Green (2 miles north-west) and Bennetts End (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Watford (5 miles south), St Albans (4 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (11 miles north-east), Harpenden (7 miles north-east), Hatfield (8 miles east) and Hertford (15 miles east).
Landmarks near Pimlico
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Swan Public House and Longdean School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Kings Langley station, roughly 1.9 miles south-west. A little further out are Village Arcade St Albans (3.5 miles north-east) and Hypocaust Museum (2.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Verulamium Lake and Longspring Wood.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Pimlico
Letting agents and landlords in Pimlico book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Your questions about roof surveys in Pimlico
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Pimlico?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover smaller places like Pimlico?
Yes, Pimlico is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we will say so. We don’t provide structural calculations.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes between one and two hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Around Pimlico, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- 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.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Arrange a survey
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
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When you need someone else
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Pimlico
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
What we look for on each type of roof
Natural slate
From the loft, we check the underside of a slate roof. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none, and we note its condition.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Tile-hanging on walls and dormer cheeks is checked as part of the roof where it is relevant. Loose or missing tiles there let rain into the wall.
Why get it checked now?
A small roof defect usually gets bigger. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and damp timber slowly weakens. Catching it early means less to put right. For an older or listed building in a place like Pimlico, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Every price we give includes VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Pimlico
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Visits on any day of the week
- An independent view of the roof
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Signs you need a roof survey in Pimlico
Chimneys stand exposed above the roof. Pointing erodes, flaunching cracks and pots work loose. Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts at the top of the stack.
Look out for signs like these:
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of the Ascension, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Before you book anyone
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?