Limited Roof Check
From £249
- For one clear survey concern
- Suitable for simple visible issues
- Limited written roof note
- Not intended for several defects
For simple, single-issue checks only.
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Roof Reports service
Roof Survey for Home Buyers
A roof survey for home buyers can help you understand visible roof defects before exchange, especially when a homebuyer survey has raised roof age, missing tiles, chimney, flashing or flat roof concerns.
Buyer advice
What is a roof survey?
For buyers, a roof survey is a roof-focused visual inspection and written report that records visible roof condition, access limitations, photos and practical repair guidance where possible.
For buyers comparing roof survey, the important point is whether the service gives clear written roof evidence before exchange, not just a quick verbal opinion or a sales-led repair estimate.
A helpful roof survey for home buyers should explain visible roof defects, access limitations, likely repair routes, photos where possible and estimated repair cost guidance where the contractor can give sensible buyer-focused guidance.
Buyer advice
When should a buyer consider one?
A roof survey may be useful when a surveyor recommends a roofing contractor, the property is older, the roof appears worn, or survey wording mentions slipped slates, missing tiles, ridge mortar, chimneys, gutters, flat roofs or possible replacement.
For buyers comparing roof survey, the important point is whether the service gives clear written roof evidence before exchange, not just a quick verbal opinion or a sales-led repair estimate.
A helpful roof survey for home buyers should explain visible roof defects, access limitations, likely repair routes, photos where possible and estimated repair cost guidance where the contractor can give sensible buyer-focused guidance.
Buyer advice
What can a roof survey include?
The report may include roof covering observations, ridge and verge notes, chimney and flashing comments, gutter and roofline observations, visible defects, photos, urgent and future works and estimated cost guidance where possible.
For buyers comparing roof survey, the important point is whether the service gives clear written roof evidence before exchange, not just a quick verbal opinion or a sales-led repair estimate.
A helpful roof survey for home buyers should explain visible roof defects, access limitations, likely repair routes, photos where possible and estimated repair cost guidance where the contractor can give sensible buyer-focused guidance.
Buyer advice
How it differs from a general homebuyer survey
A homebuyer survey looks at the whole property and may only view the roof from limited positions. A roof survey gives a more roof-focused written view based on what can be seen and accessed safely.
For buyers comparing roof survey, the important point is whether the service gives clear written roof evidence before exchange, not just a quick verbal opinion or a sales-led repair estimate.
A helpful roof survey for home buyers should explain visible roof defects, access limitations, likely repair routes, photos where possible and estimated repair cost guidance where the contractor can give sensible buyer-focused guidance.
Buyer advice
Useful before exchange
The aim is to help you understand visible roof risk before you commit to the purchase, so you can discuss next steps with your solicitor, estate agent or seller with clearer evidence.
For buyers comparing roof survey, the important point is whether the service gives clear written roof evidence before exchange, not just a quick verbal opinion or a sales-led repair estimate.
A helpful roof survey for home buyers should explain visible roof defects, access limitations, likely repair routes, photos where possible and estimated repair cost guidance where the contractor can give sensible buyer-focused guidance.
Report contents
What's Included in the Report?
Each report is scoped to the property, survey wording and safe access available on the day. The purpose is to give buyers clear written roof evidence that can be understood before exchange, including what could be seen, what could not be checked safely and what the likely next steps may be.
Where possible, the report can include visible roof condition notes, photo references, access limitations, urgent and future repair guidance, and estimated repair cost guidance. It is designed to help with purchase decisions, solicitor questions and careful discussions with the estate agent or seller.
Typical contents
- Property and survey concern summary
- Visible roof defect notes and photos where possible
- Access limitations and areas not inspected
- Urgent repairs, future maintenance and further investigation notes
See the deliverable
Want to See What a Roof Report Looks Like?
View the example PDF to understand the type of property details, photo references, access notes, visible defects, repair guidance and limitations a buyer may receive. A sample report is useful when you want to know whether written roof evidence will be detailed enough for your solicitor, estate agent, seller or mortgage adviser before you commit to a purchase.
Useful before exchange
- Written evidence after survey concerns
- Photos where visible defects can be recorded
- Urgent and future works separated
- Estimated cost guidance where possible
Clear pricing
Roof Report Pricing
Pre-Purchase Roof Report
£349
- Written report before exchange
- Photos of visible roof issues
- Survey comments reviewed
- Repair cost guidance where possible
Commercial & Industrial Roof Reports
Quoted After Review
- Warehouses and industrial units
- Commercial flat roofs and rooflights
- Large or multi-section roof areas
- Access and safety scope reviewed first
Buyer questions
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a roof-focused visual inspection and written report that helps buyers understand visible roof condition, access limitations, photos and likely repair guidance before exchange.
Book one when your survey flags roof age, slipped slates, missing tiles, chimneys, flashing, flat roofs, sagging or other roof concerns that could affect your decision.
Yes. A homebuyer survey covers the whole property. A roof survey focuses on the roof and gives more practical roof condition guidance where safe access allows.
Where possible, the report can include estimated cost guidance for visible defects, but costs remain guidance unless a separate formal quotation is provided.
Yes. If you do not own the property yet, access normally needs to be agreed by the seller, estate agent or managing agent.
Many buyers share the report with their solicitor, estate agent, seller or mortgage adviser where appropriate.
Related guides
More Roof Survey Advice
Buyer guide
Do I Need a Roof Survey Before Buying a House?
When a separate roof inspection report may be sensible before committing to a purchase.
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Buyer guide
Roof Survey vs Homebuyer Survey: What's the Difference?
Understand the difference between a broad property survey and a practical roof condition report.
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Buyer guide
Common Roof Problems Found in Homebuyer Surveys
Slipped slates, cracked tiles, flashing concerns, chimney defects and other common findings.
Read guide
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Send Us the Property Details
Tell us about the property, what your survey has flagged and how quickly you need advice. We review the details first so we can confirm the suitable report type, access requirements and availability.
You can also view roof report pricing or read our report standards before enquiring.
Want to know what happens after you enquire? See the next steps below the form.
Access must be approved by the seller, estate agent or managing agent before an inspection can take place.
What happens after you enquire?
- Send the roof section of your homebuyer survey if available.
- Include estate agent details if access needs arranging.
- Tell us your exchange deadline if time is tight.
- We check the property details and survey comments.
- We confirm whether the £349 Pre-Purchase Roof Report, a limited roof check or a commercial report route is suitable.
- We explain likely access needs before anything is arranged.
- We send the suitable booking route once availability, access needs and report scope have been reviewed.
Get Written Roof Advice Before You Buy
Send us the property details, your survey comments and estate agent access information. We will help you understand what type of roof report is suitable.