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Roof survey in Preston Bissett, Buckinghamshire
We carry out roof surveys in Preston Bissett and the rest of Buckinghamshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Let us know about past leaks
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. The photos show what we found and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
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.
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Preston Bissett
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common. They’re included alongside the main roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof typically wears out sooner than a pitched one, so they deserve a proper look. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. If you’ve noticed ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and standing water on a flat roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ridges, hips and valleys, clay and concrete tiles and flat roofs alike.
Somewhere as small as Preston Bissett, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Preston Bissett (MK18)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Preston Bissett: your questions answered
Is my home in Preston Bissett listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Will you come out to Preston Bissett?
Yes, Preston Bissett is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we will say so. We do not provide structural calculations.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. Slipped, cracked and missing tiles are recorded.
Flat roof coverings
Felt flat roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber often lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30. We look at how the covering is wearing.
What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Around Preston Bissett, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there is safe access.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
To get a price for roof surveys in Preston Bissett, phone 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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For landlords and managing agents
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Common roof problems in Preston Bissett
Chimneys stand exposed above the roof. Mortar crumbles, the flaunching around the pots cracks and stacks can lean. Water that gets into a stack can show up as damp in the rooms below.
Common reasons to book include:
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Take an older house close to Church of St John the Baptist: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Before booking anyone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Preston Bissett homes and their roofs
Some villages in Buckinghamshire still have thatched roofs. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. The wider area around Preston Bissett has a long history of building, with Claydon House about 4.7 miles south-east. 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.
Preston Bissett is about 3 miles south-west of Buckingham, in Buckinghamshire. Whether the building in Preston Bissett is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire, large and small. There is also a page for Milton Keynes.
Here we cover the MK18 postcode area for roof surveys. We offer roof surveys to properties on Main Street, Pound Lane and Leys Lane and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Gawcott (2 miles north-east), Tingewick (2 miles north), Hillesden (2 miles south-east), Twyford (2 miles south) and Finmere (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Aylesbury (14 miles south-east), Buckingham (3 miles north-east), Elmhurst (14 miles south-east), Southcourt (15 miles south-east), Haydon Hill (13 miles south-east) and Turnfurlong (15 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Preston Bissett
Nearby you will also find Buckingham Community Hospital (3.5 miles north-east) and Buckingham Castle (3.2 miles north-east). Not far away are Calvert Jubilee.
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.