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Roof survey in Smallford, Hertfordshire
Roof surveys in Smallford from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Smallford
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, such as moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Every package includes a written report. We survey natural slate, lead flashings and the roof space, and common reasons people get in touch are leaning or weathered chimney stacks and worn lead at chimneys and abutments.
In a village or hamlet like Smallford, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Smallford (AL4)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Smallford
How do I find out if my home in Smallford is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Smallford?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos testing isn’t part of our service. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Smallford?
To book, ring 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 find a day that suits.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Can you look at a roof that is joined to next door?
Yes. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Prices for roof surveys in Smallford
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It shows how the roof has fared over the year, and whether work has done its job.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Roof surveys in Smallford: local notes
Hatfield, which Smallford is part of, is one of England’s post-war new towns. Many homes in the new towns date from the post-war decades, with concrete interlocking tiles, low-pitched roofs and flat-roofed garages and porches. On homes of that age, felt underlay, flat roofs, gutters and fixings may all be due attention. With Hatfield House about 2.7 miles east, Smallford 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.
Living close to Highfield Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn. If you own a rental within reach of Hatfield station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Smallford is about 2 miles west of Hatfield, in Hertfordshire. Roofs in Smallford get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hertfordshire. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
All of AL4 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer roof surveys to properties on Jove Gardens, Lawrence Close and Oaklands Lane. Close by, we survey roofs in Sleapshyde (1 mile south-east), Cooper's Green (1 mile north), Jersey Farm (1 mile north-west), Colney Heath (1 mile south-east) and Tyttenhanger (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Watford (8 miles south-west), Hemel Hempstead (8 miles west), Stevenage (11 miles north), Welwyn Garden City (4 miles north-east), Harpenden (5 miles north-west) and Hitchin (13 miles north).
Around Smallford
We work in homes and buildings around Three Horseshoes Public House, Highfield Park and Colney Heath Junior Mixed Infant and Nursery School. Smallford’s nearest station is Hatfield station, roughly 2.4 miles east. A little further out are Hill End Hospital (1.4 miles south-west) and The Bunker at Hatfield Police Station (1.5 miles north-east). Open spaces near Smallford include Verulamium Lake and Colney Heath Local Nature Reserve.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Smallford
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Bigger roofs take more time.
When to book a survey in Smallford
Slates and tiles often outlast the fixings that hold them. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot.
Common reasons to book include:
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mark, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Before you book anyone
- Will the report include photos?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their report turnaround times
- What follow-up you get after the report
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Ponding, blistering, splits and cracked surfaces are the common warning signs. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets.
Natural slate
Many Victorian and Edwardian houses have slate roofs. Widespread slipping typically points to corroded nails, which we describe in the report.
What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take between one and two hours for a house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Rural addresses near Smallford can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Getting a price
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.