Surrey · London and the South East
East Shalford Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in East Shalford, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Water getting in at rooflights
Local flat roofs in East Shalford
About 0.9 miles east lies Chilworth Manor, a reminder of how long the area around East Shalford has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St Thomas, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. Take a building like Tillingbourne Junior School: schools and public buildings frequently have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
East Shalford is about 2 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. East Shalford is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Surrey, we cover East Shalford and the places around it.
Every address in GU4 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover Shalford (1 mile south-west), Chilworth (1 mile east), Broadford (1 mile south-west), Artington (1 mile west) and Peasmarsh (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (11 miles north-west), Epsom (15 miles north-east), Farnham (11 miles west), Egham (15 miles north) and Reigate (15 miles east).
What’s near East Shalford
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Shalford Mill, Guildford High School and The Queen Victoria pub. The nearest railway station is Shalford station, roughly 0.7 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include St. Luke’s Hospital (1.3 miles north) and Guildford Castle (1.4 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s St Martha's Hill and Pewley Down.
Flat roof survey in East Shalford: what you get
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. If you’ve noticed blocked or damaged outlets and failed upstands where the roof meets a wall, we can find out what’s behind it, on mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber and upstands and outlets alike.
Older buildings in small places like East Shalford may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you’re planning work, check with the council first. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- East Shalford (GU4)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Signs you need a flat roof survey in East Shalford
Buyers often book after their home survey suggests a closer look at a flat roof. Owners and managing agents use a survey to plan upkeep, or ahead of a sale or a new lease. Either way, you get a clear record of the roof, with photos.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Leaks around rooflights
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- A sagging deck under the covering
If you let a flat or house near Shalford station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What experience they bring
Your questions about flat roof surveys in East Shalford
Do you cover East Shalford?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and East Shalford is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is East Shalford within the area you cover?
Yes, East Shalford is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs like sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. Commercial and residential flat roofs are both covered. A commercial roof usually takes about 3 to 4 hours on site, longer if it is large or complex, with larger roofs quoted on their size.
How do I book a survey in East Shalford?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Why it’s worth a survey now in East Shalford
If you’re buying, find out about the flat roof before you exchange. Once you’ve exchanged, any work on the roof is down to you. Our report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. Older and listed buildings around East Shalford may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Photos and a written report every time
- 98% of clients satisfied
Roof by roof
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights, lanterns and upstands are where many flat roof leaks begin. We check the seals and the covering around each one.
EPDM rubber
A rubber roof can last 30 to 50 years, provided its details were done well. Those details are where we focus.
What we do, step by step
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there’s safe access. All told, expect about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Somewhere as small as East Shalford, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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What else we do in East Shalford
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- House, block, shop or office
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Anything about access we should know
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.