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Roof survey in Willian, Hertfordshire
Roof surveys in Willian from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to tell us when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
About our roof survey in Willian
Everything we check, we check safely: from the ground, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it’s safe. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, 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 survey the roof space, lead flashings and clay and concrete tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are torn or sagging underlay and worn or blocked valleys.
Some older homes in villages like Willian are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Willian (SG6)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. When they do, water comes straight into the house. We check them before they cause trouble. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Willian, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Willian
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- An independent look at the roof
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
How it works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. In a small place like Willian, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets in another room
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
What a roof survey looks like in Willian
Willian is part of Letchworth Garden City, one of England’s garden cities. The original garden city houses are now more than a century old, alongside later estates. On the oldest homes, nails, battens and underlay may have reached the end of their life even where the tiles look sound. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
Anyone responsible for a site like Lordship Farm Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you own a rental within reach of Letchworth Garden City station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Willian is about 1 mile south of Letchworth, in Hertfordshire. We provide roof surveys for homes and businesses in Willian. Willian is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire where we work for roof surveys. You can also see our page for Milton Keynes.
We survey roofs across SG6 for roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Willian Road, Brandles Road and Wymondley Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Willian, we cover Letchworth (1 mile north), Letchworth Garden City (1 mile north), Great Wymondley (1 mile south-west), Walsworth (2 miles west) and Poets Estate (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Stevenage (4 miles south-east), St Albans (15 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (11 miles south), Harpenden (11 miles south-west), Hatfield (14 miles south) and Hertford (13 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Willian
We work in homes and buildings around The Fox at Willian pub, Church of St Paul and The Highfield School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Letchworth Garden City station, roughly 1.4 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Lister Hospital (2.5 miles south) and First Garden City Heritage Museum (1.1 miles north). Open spaces near Willian include Purwell Ninesprings.
Signs you need a roof survey in Willian
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs frequently have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Loose chimney pots
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of All Saints, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What insurance they carry
Towns and villages near Willian
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Common questions in Willian
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Letchworth Garden City station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
How do I find out if my home in Willian is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What do you check on a roof survey?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the roof space where there’s safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
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 long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Cracks in a lead valley can send water into the roof.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East often have clay plain tiles, and some have Kent peg tiles held by pegs. Rotten pegs and battens let tiles move.