Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Rowsham
Roof surveys in Rowsham and the rest of Buckinghamshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Landlords, agents and block managers in Rowsham
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
How a roof survey works in Rowsham
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages frequently 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 usually wears out sooner than a pitched one, so they deserve a close look. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. We survey the roof space, chimney stacks and clay and concrete tiles, and the problems we are asked to look at most are torn or sagging underlay and debris building up in roof valleys.
Somewhere as small as Rowsham, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. That way, it is clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Rowsham (HP22)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys around Rowsham
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Buckinghamshire’s villages. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you look after a building such as Wingrave Church of England Combined School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Historic houses like Ascott House, about 3.8 miles north-east, show how far back building around Rowsham goes. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done. Take an older house close to Church of All Saints: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Rowsham is about 3 miles north-east of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. If you are in Rowsham, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. We cover towns and villages across Buckinghamshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Milton Keynes page covers surveys nearby.
All of HP22 is covered for roof surveys. You will find streets like Bennetts Lane and Manor Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Wingrave (1 mile north-east), Aston Abbotts (1 mile north), Bierton (2 miles south-west), Burcott (2 miles south) and Broughton (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Aylesbury (3 miles south-west), Chesham (12 miles south-east), Buckingham (14 miles north-west), Amersham (14 miles south-east), Elmhurst (3 miles south-west) and Southcourt (4 miles south-west).
Around Rowsham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to MacIntyre School and the streets around them. The closest station to Rowsham is Aylesbury station, about 3.5 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Bolbec Castle (3.6 miles north-west) and Tindal Centre (2.7 miles south-west).
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Older rural homes like those around Rowsham can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- You tell us about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Common questions in Rowsham
Will you come out to Rowsham?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
I let a flat near Aylesbury station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It doesn’t include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the loft space where there is safe access. You get a report with photos and recommendations.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
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Tips that help
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Let us know about past leaks
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes a consultation in person. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
Why get it checked now?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and damp timber slowly weakens. Finding it early keeps the work smaller. For an older or listed building in a place like Rowsham, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why book with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What affects the price in Rowsham
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The roof’s overall size
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Anything about access we should know
- What made you get in touch
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.