Bracknell Forest · London and the South East
Quelm Park Roof Survey
Roof surveys in Quelm Park and the rest of Bracknell Forest. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
About our roof survey in Quelm Park
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages often have flat roofs in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof normally wears out sooner than a pitched one. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. We survey the roof space, flat roofs and clay and concrete tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are loose ridge or hip tiles and torn or sagging underlay.
Around Quelm Park, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention, 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.
- Location
- Quelm Park (RG42, RG12)
- Region
- Bracknell Forest
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys around Quelm Park
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Sandy Lane Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near The Lexicon, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. The streets around a church such as St Andrew are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Quelm Park is about 1 mile north of Bracknell, in Bracknell Forest. We carry out roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Quelm Park and nearby. We cover towns and villages across Bracknell Forest. Reading is in our area too.
Every address in RG42 and RG12 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a roof survey at a property on Atte Lane, Quelm Lane and Huson Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Quelm Park: Newell Green (1 mile north-east), Lawrence Hill (1 mile east), Wick Hill (1 mile south-east), Priestwood (1 mile south-west) and Whitegrove (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Sandhurst (6 miles south), Hanworth (3 miles south), College Town (6 miles south), Little Sandhurst (6 miles south-west), Birch Hill (3 miles south) and Owlsmoor (5 miles south). Being one of Bracknell Forest’s larger places, Quelm Park has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
What’s near Quelm Park
In Quelm Park, that means homes and buildings near The Brakenhale School, Old Manor House Hotel and Garth Hill College. For rail, the closest station is Bracknell station, about 1 mile south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Lexicon (0.8 miles south) and Heatherwood Hospital (3 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Holt Copse & Joel Park and Heath Lake.
Questions from Quelm Park
Will you come out to Quelm Park?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Quelm Park is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. Our report notes any materials that might, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
How long does a roof survey take?
The visit normally takes between one and two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We’ll give you an idea of timing when booking.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Quelm Park
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
What a survey costs
To price your survey, we check:
- Height and safe access
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
We will usually ask about:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
How it works
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit usually takes an hour or two for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. For a survey in Quelm Park, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- 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.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Can I check my roof myself?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at, as far as we can safely see them. Leaning stacks and loose pots are recorded.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Handmade and machine-made clay tiles are long-lasting. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
Useful tips for Quelm Park property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- File the report with your home documents
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Every so frequently, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Take photos of anything that changes.