Wokingham · London and the South East
Wargrave Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Wargrave and the rest of Wokingham. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Loose chimney pots
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Roof survey in Wargrave
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common. They’re included alongside the main roof, including signs of standing water, splits and tired upstands. A flat roof normally wears out sooner than a pitched one. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. We are often asked to look into flashings that have come away from the wall and blocked, sagging or leaking gutters, across clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and chimney stacks.
In a smaller place like Wargrave, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes frequently need the most attention, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Wargrave (RG10)
- Wider area
- Wokingham
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Include dormers, porches and garages when you book
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Let us know about past leaks
Keep the report with your property records. It is a useful baseline for future surveys, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. A stuffy loft collects condensation, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
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Do you need a roof survey in Wargrave?
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, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Anyone responsible for a site like Robert Piggott CofE Infant School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Before you book anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their report turnaround times
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
Common questions in Wargrave
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Wargrave?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Wargrave station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover Wargrave for roof surveys?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Wargrave included.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it’s agreed before booking.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Roof surveys in Wargrave: local notes
The wider area around Wargrave has a long history of building, with Harleyford Manor about 4.2 miles north-east. 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. Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Trees in and around Loddon Nature Reserve shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Wargrave is about 4 miles north-east of Woodley, in Wokingham. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Wargrave can all book roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Wargrave is one of the towns and villages in Wokingham where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Reading page.
Every address in RG10 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as High Street, Langhams Way and Victoria Road. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Bowsey Hill (1 mile north-east), Lower Shiplake (1 mile north-west), Cockpole Green (2 miles north), Knowl Hill (2 miles east) and Warren Row (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Reading (6 miles south-west), Wokingham (6 miles south), Woodley (4 miles south-west), Earley (6 miles south-west), Crowthorne (9 miles south) and Lower Earley (6 miles south-west).
Near you in Wargrave
Around Wargrave, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Loddon Nature Reserve, The Piggott School and The White Hart pub. Wargrave’s nearest station is Wargrave station, about 0.7 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include St Mark's Hospital (5.3 miles east) and Frazer Nash Archives (2.4 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Hurley Chalk Pit and South Lake.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Wargrave
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the survey around it.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
How the survey works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Being in a smaller place like Wargrave doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Booking a survey
For a price for roof surveys in Wargrave, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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How we price roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The roof’s overall size
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Building height and the viewpoints available
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The property’s address and postcode
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.