Roof Surveys in Portlethen, Aberdeenshire

Most people wouldn't buy a used car without checking under the bonnet, and your home should be no different. While a standard home report gives a general idea of a property's health, it often misses the fine details of the roof because the surveyor is looking at the whole building from the ground. Our pre-purchase roof report gives you a close-up look at the slates, tiles, and leadwork. In a place like Aberdeen, where the wind and rain can be relentless, knowing the exact state of the roof before you sign the paperwork can save you thousands of pounds in unexpected repairs later on.

When we carry out a roof inspection, we don't just glance at the tiles. We get up there to check the integrity of the chimney stacks, the condition of the pointing, and the state of the lead flashings around valleys and dormers. We also look for slipped or cracked slates and check that the gutters are clear and angled correctly. After the visit, we provide a photographic roof survey. This means you get clear pictures of any problems we find, so you can see the issues for yourself without having to climb a ladder.

Some buildings in Aberdeenshire, especially traditional granite tenements or homes with steep pitches, are difficult to inspect using traditional ladders. In these cases, we use drone roof surveys to get a clear view of every nook and cranny. This technology allows us to spot loose ridge tiles or blocked internal gutters that would otherwise stay hidden. It’s a safe, fast, and very accurate way to get a full roof condition assessment without the need for expensive scaffolding just for an initial look.

It certainly can. If our survey highlights that the property needs a significant amount of work—perhaps a full re-roof or major chimney repairs—you can use our detailed report and quote to renegotiate the purchase price with the seller. Even if the roof is in good nick, having a professional report gives you peace of mind that you won't be facing a massive bill the first time a North Sea storm hits.

Finding a leak isn't always as simple as looking at the spot directly above the damp patch. Water is sneaky; it can enter at the ridge and run down a rafter before finally dripping onto your ceiling. Our roof leak detection service uses years of experience to track the water's path. We look for tell-tale signs like daylight peeking through the felt, salt marks on timbers, or perished mortar. We aim to find the root cause of the problem so we can fix it properly the first time, rather than just putting a plaster over the symptoms.

While a building surveyor in Aberdeen is great for checking structural walls and damp-proof courses, they are generalists. A specialist roofer lives and breathes roofing every day. We know exactly which slates are prone to delaminating and how the local weather affects different types of flat roofing. Because we also carry out the repairs, our assessments are practical and grounded in the reality of what it takes to keep a building watertight in the North East of Scotland. Our reports are straightforward, honest, and easy to understand.