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Roof survey in South Heath, Buckinghamshire
Roof surveys in South Heath from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
About our roof survey in South Heath
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Slate frequently lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, yet nails, battens and underlay frequently fail first. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. If you are worried about loose ridge or hip tiles and torn or sagging underlay, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like South Heath, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- South Heath (HP16)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the price in South Heath
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Nearby places to South Heath
Also in South Heath
South Heath homes and their roofs
About 3.4 miles north lies Cholesbury Manor House, a reminder of how long the area around South Heath has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Take an older house close to St Mary's: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you look after a building like Great Missenden CofE Combined School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
South Heath is about 3 miles west of Chesham, in Buckinghamshire. Wherever you are in South Heath, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. South Heath is one of the towns and villages in Buckinghamshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
We survey roofs across HP16 for roof surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include Meadow Lane, Lappetts Lane and Wood Lane. If you’re just outside South Heath, we cover Hyde End (1 mile south-east), Ballinger Common (1 mile north), Hundridge (1 mile east), Lee Common (1 mile north) and Chartridge (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Aylesbury (9 miles north-west), High Wycombe (6 miles south-west), Chesham (3 miles east), Marlow (10 miles south-west), Amersham (4 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (7 miles south).
Local landmarks in South Heath
We work in homes and buildings around Annie Baileys pub, The Misbourne School and Missenden Abbey Adult Education College, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Great Missenden station, roughly 1.2 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Chiltern Hospital (1.3 miles south) and Great Missenden (0.9 miles south). The countryside around South Heath includes Pavis Wood and Sands Bank.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Somewhere as small as South Heath, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Related advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead-lined valleys and gutters are common on older homes. Cracks in a lead valley can send water into the roof, and lead is a target for theft.
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- File the report with your home documents
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. They’ll see each defect and its location, which makes quotes easier to compare.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Common roof problems in South Heath
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. On slate roofs, corroded nails let slates slip, which is known as ‘nail fatigue’. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
If you let a flat or house near Great Missenden station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Questions to ask before you book
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What exactly goes into their report
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
FAQs for South Heath
I let a flat near Great Missenden station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the building.
Will you come out to South Heath?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
What does a roof survey include?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, we can. We survey the parts of the roof you have access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles