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Roof survey in Upper Winchendon, Buckinghamshire
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Upper Winchendon from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Upper Winchendon
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages often have flat roofs. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, including signs of standing water, splits and tired upstands. Flat roofs frequently need attention long before the main roof, so they deserve a careful look. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. Common reasons to book are flashings that have come away from the wall and gutters that overflow in heavy rain, on clay and concrete tiles, lead flashings and natural slate.
In a village or hamlet like Upper Winchendon, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few 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. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Upper Winchendon (HP18)
- Region
- Buckinghamshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Upper Winchendon
Before you put a home on the market, it’s useful to know the roof’s condition. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them, or at least know what to expect. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Upper Winchendon
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent view of the roof
- Surveys seven days a week
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. They get particular attention in every survey.
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, but its nails frequently corrode first. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates, and for clips that show past repairs.
What we do, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older rural homes like those around Upper Winchendon 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.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Let us know about parking before the day
Book a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Related advice
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Keep the report with your property records
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Honest limits
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
Roof surveys around Upper Winchendon
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. A number of Buckinghamshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you let a flat or house near Aylesbury Vale Parkway station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Waddesdon Manor, about 1.6 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Upper Winchendon. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Upper Winchendon is about 5 miles west of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. We carry out roof surveys in Upper Winchendon for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Buckinghamshire, large and small. We also survey roofs in Oxford.
We survey roofs across the HP18 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on School Lane and Main Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Upper Winchendon: Wormstone (1 mile north), Nether Winchendon (1 mile south-west), Waddesdon (2 miles north), Westcott (2 miles north-west) and Ashendon (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Aylesbury (5 miles east), High Wycombe (15 miles south-east), Chesham (15 miles south-east), Buckingham (12 miles north), Elmhurst (5 miles east) and Southcourt (5 miles east).
Local landmarks in Upper Winchendon
The nearest railway station is Aylesbury Vale Parkway station, about 2.7 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include St John's Hospital (2.4 miles south-east) and Dinton Castle (2.1 miles south-east). Open spaces near Upper Winchendon include Snakemoor.
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, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.
Questions from Upper Winchendon
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Aylesbury Vale Parkway station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Upper Winchendon?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you as you book.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before you book, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Are you insured?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.