Surrey · London and the South East
Pitland Street Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Pitland Street, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Standing water left after rain
Common questions in Pitland Street
Is Pitland Street within the area you cover?
Yes, Pitland Street is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover Pitland Street?
Yes, Pitland Street is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details.
When does the report arrive?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know when booking.
What does ponding on a flat roof mean?
Standing water a day or two after rain normally needs attention. The cause may be the outlets, the falls or the deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
We check the covering and every detail where leaks commonly start, recording anything that could let water through. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
It depends on what’s safe: on the roof where it’s safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
About our flat roof survey in Pitland Street
A flat roof doesn’t shed water the way a pitched roof does. Water lies on the surface for longer, so a small split or a blocked outlet can soon lead to a leak. We check the surface, the falls, the upstands and the edge trims, and we note any sign that the deck below has got wet. That way, defects are found before they reach the room below. If you’ve noticed splits, cracks and crazing and loose or cracked edge trims, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Pitland Street may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you are 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: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Pitland Street (RH5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Pitland Street
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Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Ask contractors to protect the roof if they work on it
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
You can use the report to ask roofers to quote for the same work. With each roofer working from the same list, comparing quotes is simpler. You stay in control of who does the work and when.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. A flat roof that is looked after between surveys usually lasts longer.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
Flat and commercial roofs around Pitland Street
If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Belmont Prep School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. If you own a rental within reach of Gomshall station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. If you live in an older home near St Mary The Virgins Church, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start.
Pitland Street is about 5 miles south-west of Dorking, in Surrey. We cover Pitland Street and the rest of Surrey. Our Surrey coverage includes Pitland Street and the places around it. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
We work across RH5 for flat roof surveys. Streets in the area include Horsham Road, Pitland Street and Holmbury Hill Road, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Holmbury St Mary (1 mile north), Peaslake (2 miles west), Ewhurst (3 miles south-west), Ewhurst Green (3 miles south) and Mayes Green (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Guildford (8 miles north-west), Woking (12 miles north-west), Epsom (12 miles north-east), Horley (10 miles east), Redhill (11 miles east) and Ewell (13 miles north-east).
Near you in Pitland Street
Around Pitland Street, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Hurtwood House and Wotton and Abinger Commons and the streets around them. The closest station to Pitland Street is Gomshall station, roughly 2.7 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Abinger Castle (1.2 miles north) and Mesolithic Museum (1.2 miles north). The countryside around Pitland Street includes Vann Lake and Leith Hill.
What affects the price in Pitland Street
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- When you need the report by
- What’s prompted the survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
For landlords and managing agents
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Different roofs, different checks
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. We view them from safe positions and photograph what we see.
Single-ply membranes
Plant, fixings and foot traffic can all damage a single-ply roof. Any tears, punctures or loose membrane are recorded with photos.
How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Somewhere like Pitland Street needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there is access.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
Before we arrive
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.