Roof inspections in Newark,seen up close from the platform,with photos and a clear report.

Roof coverings

Tiles and slates are checked for cracks, slips and missing units; ridges and hips for loose bedding.

Chimneys and flashing

Pointing, pots, flaunching and lead flashing are all common leak points and are looked at closely.

Gutters and roofline

Gutters, fascias and soffits are checked for blockages, damage and rot.

Other high-level structures

Anything else at height that needs inspecting can be reached from the 18m platform.

Charges

Site visits just to look at a job are free. If the machine is needed for a closer inspection, the minimum hire charge applies.

Why close access gives a better inspection

Many roof problems simply can't be seen properly from the ground. Hairline cracks in tiles, split lead, eroded mortar on ridges and gaps in flashing are small details that only show up at close range. Photographs taken from a distance can hint at a problem but rarely confirm it.

From the platform, the roof is seen up close, from the eaves to the ridge and around the chimney. That means the report is based on what is actually there, not on what might be there.

Why photos matter

Roofs are out of sight, which makes it hard to judge what you're being told about them. Photos in the report show you exactly what was found and where. That makes it easier to decide what to fix now, what can wait and what is in good order, and it gives you a record of the roof's condition.

When to book an inspection

Common reasons include buying or selling a property, taking on a rental, noticing damp or a stain inside, after a storm, or simply wanting to know the condition of an older roof before problems start. Businesses and councils book inspections to plan maintenance on their buildings.

From report to repair

The report recommends the action to take. If repair work is needed, roof repairs and maintenance are the main service, so the same person who inspected the roof can quote for and carry out the work. Repair work carries a 5-year guarantee and full installations a 10-year guarantee, covering material failure or improper installation, but not damage from lack of care or extreme weather.

Inspecting other high-level structures

Inspections aren't limited to roofs. Anything at height that needs inspecting, such as chimneys, gutters, fascias, high walls and other parts of a building, can be looked at from the 18m platform. The machine compacts to 780mm wide to reach the back of properties through narrow gates, provided ground conditions are suitable.

What the report helps you decide

A good inspection report sorts findings into what needs doing now, what should be watched and what is in good condition. That stops you paying for work that isn't needed, and it helps you plan and budget for work that will be needed later. For landlords and businesses, it also gives a dated record of the roof's condition.

Inspection charges explained

A site visit just to look at a job from the ground is free. When the machine is needed to get up close to the roof or structure, the minimum hire charge applies, because the machine has to be brought to site, assessed and set up. Get in touch for a quote and to discuss what you need inspected.

Asking for an inspection

When you get in touch, explain why you'd like the inspection: buying a property, a leak, storm damage or routine maintenance, and which parts of the building you're concerned about. That helps focus the inspection on what matters to you. Mention how the machine would reach the area, such as gate widths or access across a driveway.