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Roof survey in Wilstone, Hertfordshire
Roof surveys in Wilstone from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
How the survey works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes between one and two hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older rural homes like those around Wilstone can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
Roof survey in Wilstone
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages often have flat roofs. They’re included alongside the main roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof usually wears out sooner than a pitched one. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. We survey flat roofs, ridges, hips and valleys and natural slate, and the problems we are asked to look at most are blocked, sagging or leaking gutters and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken.
Some older homes in villages like Wilstone 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are frequently matched when work is done.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Place
- Wilstone (HP23)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- 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
Honest limits
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
Common questions in Wilstone
Do you cover smaller places like Wilstone?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is my home in Wilstone listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you look in the loft space?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can normally go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions are not right we’ll arrange another day with you.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Roof surveys around Wilstone
Wilstone is about 3 miles from RAF Halton. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, 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.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Cross, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. With Cholesbury Manor House about 4.6 miles south, the area around Wilstone has a long history. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs.
Wilstone is about 5 miles east of Aylesbury, in Hertfordshire. Roofs in Wilstone get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hertfordshire. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Wilstone and the places around it. Milton Keynes is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: HP23. That includes homes and businesses on Barton Close, Tring Road and Rosebarn Lane and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Wilstone, we cover Gubblecote (1 mile north), Startop's End (1 mile east), Tringford (1 mile south-east), Marsworth (1 mile east) and Drayton Beauchamp (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Hemel Hempstead (11 miles south-east), Harpenden (14 miles east), Berkhamsted (6 miles south-east), Chorleywood (14 miles south-east), Grovehill (10 miles south-east) and Woodhall Farm (10 miles south-east).
What’s near Wilstone
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Half Moon Public House and Tring School. Wilstone’s nearest station is Cheddington station, about 3 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Tindal Centre (4.9 miles west) and Pitstone Green Museum (2.2 miles north-east). Not far away are College Lake nature reserve and Pavis Wood.
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Keep the report with your property records
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. The photos show what we found and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Compare each report with the last.
What affects the price in Wilstone
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- How big the roof is
Every price we give includes VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Places near Wilstone
Other services in Wilstone
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in Wilstone and across Hertfordshire can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Signs you need a roof survey in Wilstone
Some damage starts inside the loft space. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up in the loft, wetting timbers and insulation. It’s often mistaken for a leak.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Loose chimney pots
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Marsworth Church of England Infant School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How soon the report will arrive
- What’s outside the scope of the survey