Hertfordshire · London and the South East
St Albans Roof Survey
Roof surveys across St Albans, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Worn or blocked valleys
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. For a commercial building or block in St Albans, roof access is agreed with whoever manages it before the visit. At home, it helps to clear a route to the loft and point out any stains or leaks. The written report follows, with photographs.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from every safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Roof surveys for homes and businesses in St Albans
We inspect whatever is safely visible: from the ground, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it is safe. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. You do not need to do anything except give us access. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We are often asked to look into cracked or blistered flat roof coverings and leaning or weathered chimney stacks, across ridges, hips and valleys, chimney stacks and flat roofs.
St Albans is big enough to have roofs from every era, from slate on older terraces to clay and concrete tiles on later houses and flat roofs on extensions and shops. Each fails in its own way: slipped slates, cracked tiles, worn ridges, loose flashings, tired chimney stacks or blocked gutters. Knowing which you have shapes the survey.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Location
- St Albans (AL1, AL3, AL4)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Why it’s worth a survey now in St Albans
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and damp timber slowly weakens. Catching it early means less to put right. Roofs in a place the size of St Albans range from new to very old, but none of them improve with neglect. What starts as a cracked flashing or a blocked outlet becomes wet timber and stained ceilings in time.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before you book.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- An independent view of the roof
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Useful tips for St Albans property owners
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Keep the report with your property records
- Stay off ladders and the roof
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are explained in plain words.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Each report gives a record to compare against.
Surveys for landlords and agents in St Albans
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Local roofs in St Albans
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Historic houses such as Batchwood Hall, about 1.5 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around St Albans goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near Church of St. Peter, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you run a business near The Maltings, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
St Albans is about 20 miles north-west of London, in Hertfordshire. We cover St Albans and the rest of Hertfordshire. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire, large and small. There’s also a page for London.
We cover every part of the AL1, AL3 and AL4 postcode area for roof surveys. Streets in the area include Gabriel Square, Jubilee Square and Old London Road. Being close to the A414 and B651, St Albans is simple for us to get to. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Bernards Heath (1 mile north), Sopwell (1 mile south), St Stephens (1 mile south-west), Marshalswick (1 mile north-east) and Park Street (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Watford (7 miles south-west), Hemel Hempstead (6 miles west), Stevenage (13 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (7 miles north-east), Harpenden (5 miles north) and Hitchin (14 miles north). St Albans is one of the larger places we cover in Hertfordshire.
What’s near St Albans
Typical jobs here are in homes near Alban City School, The Horn pub and Verulam School, among other places. St Albans has its own railway station: St Albans station. Well-known places in the area include St Albans Musical Museum (0.5 miles north-east) and The Maltings (under half a mile west). Not far away are The Wick Local Nature Reserve and Verulamium Lake.
When to book a survey in St Albans
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and rain finds any gap it can. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
If you look after a building such as Loreto College, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether the price includes VAT
What affects the price in St Albans
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, tell us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Questions from St Albans
Is my home in St Albans listed or in a conservation area?
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.
I let a flat near St Albans station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply call 07833 053749 or email us with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How long will you be at the property?
The visit typically takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. We will give you an idea of timing as you book.