As I said in the video ... surveyors are not roofers. They can only suggest that the roof needs investigation (unless it is so blindingly obvious that even you would see the issue). I have had surveyors say this and when a roofer went round (and roofers look for work because that's their business) they came back proposing a few hundred pounds of work to touch up some flashings here and there. I'm not saying that is the case for you but get someone who does roofing for a living to take a look and give an accurate cost estimate. If he agrees with the surveyor then this is an unexpected cost you need to discuss with the vendor/agent. The vendor will know the issue will come up again with the next buyer so they' have to renegotiate the price at some point, might as well be with you.
All properties need constant maintenance, especially period properties where a roof might need replacing every 20 years or so. It's just like cars and tyres. Find out how much a new roof (like-for-like) will cost and decide if you think this is reflected in the price you are paying when compared to other similar properties in your area.
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Good video helped me out some!
Good to hear!
Hi Mate, my Surveyor said the property need complete re-roofing..
It's a bungalow which puts more cost on roofing.
Should I walk away ?
As I said in the video ... surveyors are not roofers. They can only suggest that the roof needs investigation (unless it is so blindingly obvious that even you would see the issue). I have had surveyors say this and when a roofer went round (and roofers look for work because that's their business) they came back proposing a few hundred pounds of work to touch up some flashings here and there. I'm not saying that is the case for you but get someone who does roofing for a living to take a look and give an accurate cost estimate. If he agrees with the surveyor then this is an unexpected cost you need to discuss with the vendor/agent. The vendor will know the issue will come up again with the next buyer so they' have to renegotiate the price at some point, might as well be with you.
What qualifications should a roofer have?
You might find this helpful: www.checkatrade.com/blog/trade/start-business/how-to-become-a-roofer/
what if the roof has a life of 2-5 years before replacement becomes necessary?
All properties need constant maintenance, especially period properties where a roof might need replacing every 20 years or so. It's just like cars and tyres. Find out how much a new roof (like-for-like) will cost and decide if you think this is reflected in the price you are paying when compared to other similar properties in your area.