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Roof survey in West Reading, Reading
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in West Reading and across Reading.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
About our roof survey in West Reading
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, while others just want to know where they stand. The approach is the same in each case: a careful look, then a clear written report. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends, so it is easy to find a day that suits. Common reasons to book are condensation or damp timbers in the loft and worn lead at chimneys and abutments, across lead flashings, flat roofs and natural slate.
In a smaller place like West Reading, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- West Reading (RG30, RG1, RG31)
- Wider area
- Reading
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at, as far as we can safely see them. We note any lean or loose pots.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Ridge and verge mortar on concrete tile roofs can crack and fall away. Loose ridges and gaps in the mortar are recorded, as wind can lift them.
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. It usually takes between one and two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. Homes around West Reading 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 can’t get to. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
How to book
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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When you need someone else
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
Do you need a roof survey in West Reading?
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone, letting tiles move.
We are often asked to look at:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Standing water on a flat roof
If you let a flat or house near Reading West station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What happens after the report arrives
Nearby places to West Reading
Also in West Reading
FAQs for West Reading
Is West Reading within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Reading?
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.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain does not typically stop a survey. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
How do I arrange a roof survey in West Reading?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
How quickly will I get the report?
It depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We send it by email.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords and agents in West Reading book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps with budgets and planning.
Roof surveys in West Reading: local notes
Older houses in the South East frequently 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. With Mapledurham House about 2.8 miles north-west, West Reading sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, 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 Mark, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Battle School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
West Reading is about 1 mile north-west of Reading, in Reading. Wherever you are in West Reading, we can carry out roof surveys at your property. West Reading is one of the places in Reading we cover.
We survey roofs across the RG30, RG1 and RG31 postcode area for roof surveys. Local streets include Lundy Lane, Wilson Road and Wilton Road. Being close to the A4, West Reading is easy for us to reach for roof surveys. If you are just outside West Reading, we cover Coley Park (1 mile south-east), Reading (1 mile south-east), Caversham Heights (2 miles north), Lower Caversham (2 miles north-east) and Green Park (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Shinfield (4 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (6 miles south-east), Whitley Wood (3 miles south-east), Sonning Common (4 miles north), Caversham Park Village (3 miles north-east) and Sonning (4 miles east). Being one of Reading’s larger places, West Reading has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Near you in West Reading
Typical jobs here are in homes near The WREN School, Round Copse and The Rose And Thistle Public House and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in West Reading itself: Reading West station. A little further out are Battle Hospital (less than half a mile north) and Broad Street Mall (0.8 miles east). The countryside around West Reading includes Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and Sonning Hill.
Checking the roof from ground level
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.