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Independent Roof Surveys & Inspection Reports

Buying, selling, remortgaging or worried about spray foam? We arrange independent roof surveys and inspection reports through our specialist partner NWRS, so the findings stay impartial. If you just need a repair or a new roof, get a free written quote straight from Daniel Scott Roofing.

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Why arrange your roof survey through Daniel Scott Roofing?

  • Part 35 Compliant Reports
  • Independent, No Conflict of Interest
  • Mortgage-Approved Surveys
  • Carried Out by Local NWRS Surveyors
  • Reports in 1 to 2 Working Days

Independent Roof Surveys in Partnership with NWRS

Roof surveys and formal inspection reports are available through our trusted independent partner, North West Roof Surveys (NWRS). To ensure complete transparency and impartiality, all formal roof surveys are carried out by NWRS as a fully independent third-party specialist. Because NWRS provides surveys only and does not undertake repair or replacement work, you can be confident that any findings or recommendations are based solely on the condition of the roof, with no conflict of interest. A professional roof survey is a small investment that delivers an unbiased assessment of your roof, identifying anything from minor defects to significant structural concerns before they become unexpected costs or disputes.

Independence Statement

North West Roof Surveys (NWRS) is a completely independent company, separately owned and operated from Daniel Scott Roofing. There is no shared ownership, financial interest, or operational connection between the two businesses. All surveys, reports, and professional opinions issued by NWRS are provided entirely independently and impartially, with no contractor influence over the findings.

Which Roof Survey Do You Need?

A formal, written roof survey from NWRS is strongly advised, and often required, in the situations below.

Your situationThe report you need
Buying a home and want the roof checked before you commitHomebuyer & pre-purchase roof survey
Selling, and want to reassure buyers and avoid renegotiationHome seller roof survey
A lender or surveyor has flagged spray foam (open-cell or closed-cell)Spray foam insulation inspection
Storm damage, or an insurer wants a condition reportInsurance damage & claims report
A dispute with a roofer or builder over workmanshipPart 35 expert witness report
Building work starting next doorParty wall condition survey
A commercial or industrial roofCommercial roof survey

A roof survey goes deeper on the roof than a RICS HomeBuyer (Level 2) or Building Survey (Level 3), which only glance at it, and the report can support a price renegotiation or a mortgage retention. Insurance reports give loss adjusters the evidence they need on storm damage, wear and tear and betterment. Expert witness reports are CPR Part 35 compliant, carry a statement of truth, and suit Section 75 Consumer Credit Act claims as well as contractor disputes.

Buying a house? Three routes for buyers, from £50. Compare your homebuyer roof survey options, or read what to do when the survey says the roof needs replacing.

When You May Not Need a Survey

You don't always need to commission an independent survey. In the following cases it's usually quicker and cheaper to contact us directly for a free, no-obligation quotation:

  • Visible leaks, the damage is obvious and just needs fixing.
  • Missing or slipped tiles, a straightforward repair that doesn't require a formal report.
  • Routine maintenance, minor wear and tear doesn't need formal documentation.
  • Full replacements, where the roof has clearly reached end of life, we'll come and price a new roof directly.

Not sure which side you're on? Call us first. If it's straightforward we'll quote it; if a formal report would protect you, we'll point you to NWRS so the advice you get stays impartial.

Buying a house is the one situation with routes of its own, including a £50 review of the survey report you already have. Our homebuyer guide walks through your options as a homebuyer with honest prices for each.

If a roof is actively leaking right now, that is not a survey job. See our emergency roof repairs in Stockport page for same-day make-safe.

Booking Your Independent Roof Survey

Have a quick word with us first. We don't carry out or book the survey ourselves, that is done independently by NWRS, but a two minute chat means we can tell you whether you even need one, put you in touch with NWRS to arrange it, and pick up any repairs the report flags afterwards. No obligation, and prices are set by NWRS depending on size and access.

Speak to Us FirstVisit the NWRS Website

Prefer to deal with the surveyor directly? Call NWRS on 01625 360 306.

What We Can Do For You

  • Insurance Damage & Claims Reports

    Independent reports for storm-damage claims and insurance renewals. Once your claim is agreed, we carry out the repairs.

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    Homebuyer & Pre-Purchase Surveys

    Comprehensive reports designed for property buyers and mortgage approvals, protecting your investment from hidden defects.

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  • Spray Foam Insulation Inspections

    Independent reports on the timber condition hidden under spray foam, now required by most mortgage lenders. If the foam needs removing, we handle that and the re-roofing.

  • Expert Witness & Dispute Reports

    Part 35 compliant reports providing impartial, legally recognised evidence for complex building and contractor disputes.

Other surveys available

  • Home Seller Roof Surveys A pre-sale report that reassures buyers, prevents delays and reduces the risk of renegotiation.
  • Aerial & Drone Surveys High-resolution drone inspection of fragile, steep or multi-storey roofs, with no scaffolding to pay for.
  • Party Wall & Condition Surveys Condition reports that protect your property during boundary disputes or nearby building work.
  • Commercial Roof Surveys Condition and planned-maintenance reports for commercial and industrial roofs, including flat systems.
  • Pre-Solar Panel Surveys Confirms the structure, covering and fixings can take a solar array safely before installation.
  • Section 75 Finance Dispute Reports Independent roof reports for Section 75 Consumer Credit Act claims on card or finance-funded work.
  • Specialist & Heritage Roofs Flat, thatched, heritage and metal roofs that need specialist surveyor knowledge.

Every survey listed above is carried out independently by North West Roof Surveys, so the findings stay impartial.

Arrange an Independent Survey

How arranging a survey works

  1. Tell us about the property

    Tell Daniel Scott Roofing about the property and why you need a survey, whether it is a sale, purchase, insurance claim or spray foam check.

  2. NWRS survey the roof

    Our independent partner NWRS carry out the survey or drone inspection, then issue a mortgage-approved, Part 35 compliant written report, usually within 1 to 2 working days.

  3. Get the report and any quote

    You receive the report directly from NWRS. If it flags repairs, we quote the work with no obligation, so the survey advice stays impartial.

Accredited & Qualified

  • CORC Accredited Member Confederation of Roofing Contractors accredited member
  • CITB Certified CITB Construction Industry Training Board certified
  • City & Guilds City and Guilds qualified roofers
  • NFRC Competent Person NFRC Competent Person Scheme registered roofer
  • NWRTG Member North West Independent Roof Training Group member
  • NVQ Qualified NVQ qualified roofing team

Frequently asked questions

Will Daniel Scott Roofing carry out the survey?

No. To ensure complete transparency, we don't conduct formal surveys ourselves. We leave that entirely to our independent partners at NWRS so the advice you receive is unbiased and free from any conflict of interest with the contractor who might quote the repair work.

How is this different from a RICS HomeBuyer or building survey?

A RICS HomeBuyer or building survey looks at the whole property and only glances at the roof, often from the ground. An independent NWRS roof survey is the opposite: a roof specialist inspects the covering, structure and detailing up close, or by drone, and reports on the roof alone.

Do mortgage lenders accept these reports?

Yes. All reports generated by NWRS meet the strict professional standards and formats required by mortgage lenders, surveyors, and insurance companies, including Part 35 compliance for legal proceedings.

I just need a few slipped tiles replaced. Do I need a survey?

No. If the damage is obvious and a straightforward repair is all that's needed, contact Daniel Scott Roofing directly for a free, no-obligation quote on the repair work. A formal survey is only worth the cost when you need impartial, written evidence, for a sale, a purchase, an insurance claim, or a dispute.

How much does an independent roof survey cost?

Pricing is set by NWRS and depends on the type and scope of survey required, a homebuyer report on a standard semi will cost less than a full Part 35 expert witness report or a multi-storey drone inspection. Tell us what you need and we'll get you an exact figure from NWRS.

I've been told my roof has spray foam, will it affect my mortgage?

It can. Many lenders now refuse or restrict mortgages on roofs with spray foam insulation, because it can hide timber decay and complicate future re-roofing. An independent NWRS inspection records the foam type and the timber condition underneath, giving lenders and surveyors the evidence they need to make a decision.

Areas we cover for Roof Surveys & Inspection Reports

We carry out roof surveys & inspection reports across Stockport and the surrounding area. Every location below has its own dedicated page. Click through for local detail on the work we carry out there.

We also cover roofing right across East Cheshire, including roofers in Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, our Handforth page, roofing in Macclesfield, Bollington, roofers out in Adlington, Poynton, roofers in Disley and Knutsford.

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Don't see your area listed? We almost certainly still cover it. Get in touch and we'll confirm.

Get a Quote or Arrange a Survey

For repairs, re-roofs or any roofing work, send us the details and we'll come back with a free written quote, usually the same day. Want a survey instead? Tell us and we'll arrange an independent inspection through NWRS.

Address

G6 Hallam Mill, Hallam Street,
Stockport, SK2 6PT

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