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Abinger Hammer Landlord Roof Survey
A careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Abinger Hammer, with photographs and a written report.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
Landlord roof survey in Abinger Hammer: what you get
Access needs arranging before a survey of a let or shared building. We may need to get into the loft space and some or all of the flats, so tenants or leaseholders need notice. You or your agent arrange access, and we confirm what we need when you book. Any part we couldn’t reach is noted in the report. We survey gutters and downpipes, flat roofs on blocks and rented houses, and people most frequently book us about slipped or missing slates and tiles and loose ridge or hip tiles.
In a small place like Abinger Hammer, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Abinger Hammer (RH5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Abinger Hammer
An independent report helps when owners need to agree on roof work. Without one, each party may have a different view of what’s wrong. For an older or listed building in a place like Abinger Hammer, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before you book.
What you get with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 98% customer satisfaction
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- An independent look at the roof
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Towns and villages near Abinger Hammer
Also in Abinger Hammer
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Abinger Hammer
About 3.3 miles north-west lies Hatchlands Park, a reminder of how long the area around Abinger Hammer has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses across Surrey frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
For landlords with property near Gomshall station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Trees in and around Colekitchen Down shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Abinger Hammer is about 5 miles west of Dorking, in Surrey. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Abinger Hammer for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Abinger Hammer is one of the places in Surrey we cover for landlord roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
Here we cover the RH5 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. You’ll find streets like Guildford Road, Hackhurst Lane and Felday Road, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Abinger Hammer, we cover Gomshall (1 mile west), Hoe (1 mile south), Sutton Abinger (1 mile south), Abinger (1 mile south-east) and Shere (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (6 miles west), Woking (9 miles north-west), Camberley (15 miles north-west), Epsom (11 miles north-east), Horley (12 miles east) and Redhill (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in Abinger Hammer
Around Abinger Hammer, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Abinger Arms and Colekitchen Down. The nearest railway station is Gomshall station, roughly 0.5 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include St. Luke’s Hospital (5.7 miles west) and Shere Museum (1.3 miles west). For a walk, there is Leith Hill and Combe Bottom.
Questions from Abinger Hammer
I let a flat near Gomshall station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Abinger Hammer?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Abinger Hammer?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect what can safely be seen: from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed to keep your plan up to date.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
What we look for on each type of roof
Gutters and downpipes
Water from failed gutters often shows as damp inside. Any problems are photographed.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
On older pitched roofs, the fixings and underlay frequently fail before good slates or tiles. The report records it.
How we price landlord roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The size of the roof
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Keep the loft hatch clear and reachable
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
Report times depend on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Pick the package that suits the building and your timescale.
Encourage residents to tell you about leaks or damp right away. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem usually is.
How it works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes about one to two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Somewhere as small as Abinger Hammer, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is looked at from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.