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Landlord roof survey in Beacon Hill, Surrey
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Beacon Hill and across Surrey.
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Damaged pots and flaunching
Should I look at the roof myself first?
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Landlord roof survey in Beacon Hill: what you get
Who pays for roof work on a block depends on the lease. We cannot advise on what your lease says, but our report gives everyone an independent record of condition. It helps owners and managers discuss the next steps from the same facts. The report sets out what we saw, with photographs and recommendations. We survey shared roofs, gutters and downpipes and converted houses, and the problems we are asked to look at most are missing or loose roof coverings and ponding or splits on flat roofs.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. 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.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- Beacon Hill (GU26)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- House, block, shop or office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
For a price for your roof in Beacon Hill, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
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’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Local roofs in Beacon Hill
If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it is 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. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Beacon Hill Community Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Alban, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Trees in and around The Flashes shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.
Beacon Hill is about 6 miles south of Farnham, in Surrey. Whether the building in Beacon Hill is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Surrey coverage includes Beacon Hill. There is also a page for Guildford.
We survey roofs across the GU26 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Hill Road, Glen Close and Harlequin Close or anywhere close by, we can survey it. If you’re just outside Beacon Hill, we cover Whitmoor Vale (1 mile west), Green Cross (1 mile north-west), Grayshott (1 mile south), Hindhead (1 mile south-east) and Barford (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (11 miles north-east), Woking (15 miles north-east), Camberley (15 miles north), Farnham (6 miles north), Frimley (13 miles north) and Haslemere (3 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Beacon Hill
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Woolmer Hill School, St Edmund's School and The Flashes, among other places. The closest station to Beacon Hill is Haslemere station, about 2.9 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Haslemere and District Hospital (3 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Gibbet Hill and Upper Lake.
Why get it checked now?
A dated condition report is useful for the building’s records. Repeat surveys let you see how the roof is changing, which suits a rolling maintenance plan. In a small place like Beacon Hill, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- An independent view of the roof
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. In a hamlet or village like Beacon Hill, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- You or your agent arrange access to the loft space and any flats we need to enter.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the loft space and the roof itself where safe.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets in another room
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Book a survey
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Beacon Hill, phone 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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Common questions in Beacon Hill
How do I find out if my home in Beacon Hill is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will you come out to Beacon Hill?
Yes, Beacon Hill is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain does not usually stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
How much is a landlord roof survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and the number of roofs. For a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Does this replace a RICS building survey?
No, it’s a roof survey. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey and does not replace a structural engineer’s report.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Useful tips for Beacon Hill property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Keep roof outlets and gutters clear
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Arrange flat access ahead of time
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Agents often choose the package that suits the building.
Get gutters and roof outlets cleared at least once a year and include any valley or parapet gutters. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
When you need someone else
A survey is a proper look at the let or shared roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks