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Purley on Thames Roof Survey
Roof surveys in Purley on Thames from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
Roof survey in Purley on Thames
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, yet nails, battens and underlay frequently fail first. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. We survey chimney stacks, clay and concrete tiles and the roof space, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are valley linings that have cracked or split and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken.
In a smaller place like Purley on Thames, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are usually where the work is, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Purley on Thames (RG8, RG31, RG4)
- Wider area
- Oxfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. The visit typically takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. A visit to a smaller place like Purley on Thames is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- 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
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Towns and villages near Purley on Thames
What else we do in Purley on Thames
Roof surveys around Purley on Thames
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. With Mapledurham House about 0.6 miles north-east, Purley on Thames sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Homes near green spaces like Round Copse can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Broad Street Mall, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
Purley on Thames is about 3 miles west of Caversham, in Oxfordshire. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Purley on Thames can all book roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Across Oxfordshire, we cover Purley on Thames.
We survey roofs across the RG8, RG31 and RG4 postcode area for roof surveys. Local streets include Glebe Road, Hazel Road and Menpes Road. We also cover Mapledurham (1 mile north-east), Tilehurst (1 mile south), Sulham (1 mile south-west), Little Heath (2 miles south) and Trench Green (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Didcot (12 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (7 miles north-east), Benson (10 miles north), Wallingford (9 miles north-west), Great Western Park (13 miles north-west) and Watlington (11 miles north).
Landmarks near Purley on Thames
In Purley on Thames, that means homes and buildings near Denefield School, Round Copse and Roebuck pub. The closest station to Purley on Thames is Tilehurst station, about 1 mile south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Battle Hospital (2.6 miles south-east) and Royal Berkshire Regiment Museum (2.4 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Hosehill Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
Purley on Thames: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Purley on Thames is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Purley on Thames?
Yes, Purley on Thames is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
How do I book a survey in Purley on Thames?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
How long does the visit take?
Allow an hour or two for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. We’ll confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. When they do, water comes straight into the house. We check them before they cause trouble. Homes in smaller places like Purley on Thames can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Purley on Thames
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Different roofs, different checks
Natural slate
Inside the loft space, we check what’s under the slates. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none.
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. If a specialist is needed, we’ll say so.
Signs you need a roof survey in Purley on Thames
Flashings seal the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Lead can crack, lift or slip with age, and mortar fillets crack. Missing lead isn’t unusual either, as thieves target it.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Purley CofE Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How soon the report will arrive
How we price roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Which survey package you book
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Anything about access we should know
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The property’s address and postcode
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What this survey can’t tell you
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Purley on Thames
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs