West Berkshire · London and the South East
Speenhamland Roof Survey
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Speenhamland. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
About our roof survey in Speenhamland
Three packages cover most roofs: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. 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 it applies. Every package includes a written report. If you’ve noticed worn or blocked valleys and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on chimney stacks, ridges, hips and valleys and lead flashings alike.
Around Speenhamland, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below, and moss holds water against tiles. It’s the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from ground level.
After the visit, you get a report with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Speenhamland (RG14, RG20)
- Wider area
- West Berkshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a roof survey in Speenhamland
Not every roof problem comes from outside. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, wetting timbers and insulation. It can look like a leak, and it needs a different fix.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
If you live in an older home near St Nicolas Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- Their report turnaround times
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Their track record with similar roofs
What a roof survey looks like in Speenhamland
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you own a rental within reach of Newbury station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Historic houses like Shaw House, about 0.5 miles north-east, show how far back building around Speenhamland goes. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Speenhamland is about 1 mile north of Newbury, in West Berkshire. We survey roofs in Speenhamland and the rest of West Berkshire. Our area takes in places right across West Berkshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Reading.
Surveys in RG14 and RG20 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Park Lane, Shaw Road and Bear Lane. Being close to the A4, Speenhamland is simple for us to get to for roof surveys. We also cover the places around Speenhamland: Shaw (1 mile east), Donnington (1 mile north), Speen (1 mile west), Bagnor (1 mile west) and Stockcross (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Thatcham (3 miles east), Burghfield Common (11 miles east), Hungerford (8 miles west), Spencers Wood (15 miles east), Calcot (12 miles east) and Lambourn (11 miles north-west). Speenhamland is among the bigger towns we cover in West Berkshire.
Near you in Speenhamland
Around Speenhamland, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The High Horse pub, Trinity School and Trinity School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Newbury station, roughly 0.7 miles south. A little further out are Donnington Castle (1 mile north-west) and British Balloon Museum & Library Ltd (under half a mile south). Green spaces nearby include Rack Marsh.
Checking the roof from ground level
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Speenhamland questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Newbury station book a roof survey?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Speenhamland?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. On Premium, a drone is used where it applies.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It’s emailed to you.
How do I book a survey in Speenhamland?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. Surveys run seven days a week.
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What else we do in Speenhamland
Surveys for landlords and agents in Speenhamland
We survey roofs for landlords and letting agents as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Speenhamland. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Honest limits
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Homes around Speenhamland often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking near the property
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Advice
Why act early in Speenhamland
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. In a smaller place like Speenhamland, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing does not stay loose for long. Wind gets under it and lifts more, and water follows.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Speenhamland
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Visits on any day of the week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- An independent view of the roof
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.