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Roof survey in Upton, Slough
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings around Upton, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Loose chimney pots
- Standing water on a flat roof
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Upton
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, and the loft space where there is safe access. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. If you’ve noticed blocked, sagging or leaking gutters and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken, we can find out what’s behind it, on chimney stacks, flat roofs and clay and concrete tiles alike.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Upton drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls. It’s the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from ground level.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Upton (SL1, SL3, SL2)
- Region
- Slough
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. The visit typically takes about one to two hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Homes around Upton frequently 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 can’t get to. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Towns and villages near Upton
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What affects the cost of roof surveys
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Roof area
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- What kind of property and roof it is
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. A survey sets a baseline, which makes later changes easy to spot. On a bungalow or cottage around Upton, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why book us in Upton
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What this survey can’t tell you
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- A structural engineer’s report
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Your questions about roof surveys in Upton
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Upton?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Are there drone restrictions around Upton?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Upton is about 2 miles from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Heathrow Airport. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather, and the rest of the survey doesn’t depend on the drone.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Upton?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
When to book a survey in Upton
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building.
People usually book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
If you own a rental within reach of Slough station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
What to check before booking
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Upton
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Upton is about 2 miles from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Heathrow Airport. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the exact boundary for the address before flying.
Take an older house close to Church of St Laurence: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Mary's Church of England Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Upton is about 1 mile south-east of Slough, in Slough. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Upton can all book roof surveys. Across Slough, we cover Upton and the places around it. There’s also a page for Reading.
All of SL1, SL3 and SL2 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Mere Road, Upton Road and High Street and the roads around them. With the M4 and A332 close by, Upton is simple for us to get to. We also cover Middlegreen (2 miles east), Langley (2 miles east), George Green (2 miles north-east), Wexham Court (2 miles north) and Wexham Street (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Britwell (3 miles north-west), Burnham (3 miles north-west), Stoke Poges (3 miles north), Huntercombe (3 miles north-west), Farnham Common (4 miles north) and Farnham Royal (3 miles north-west). Upton is one of the larger places we cover in Slough.
Around Upton
We work in homes and buildings around The Red Cow Public House, Upton Court Grammar School and Long Close School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Slough station, about 0.6 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Windsor Castle (1.5 miles south-west) and Museum of Eton Life (1.2 miles south-west). Not far away are Stoke Common and Taplow Lake.