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Landlord roof survey in Coldharbour, Surrey
Landlord roof surveys in Coldharbour and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
How a landlord roof survey works in Coldharbour
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the roof space. Flat roofs over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too where they’re part of the brief. We also look at chimneys, parapets and party-wall upstands where it is safe to see them, along with the loft space where there’s safe access. Common reasons to book are missing or loose roof coverings and chimney stacks in poor repair, across shared roofs, converted houses and flat roofs on blocks.
Older buildings in small places like Coldharbour may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Older materials like clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Coldharbour (RH5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, emailed to you. As for time on site, it usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Cottages and farmhouses around Coldharbour often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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Different roofs, different checks
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Felt flat roofs often need replacing after around 15–20 years, so knowing roughly how old the roof is helps.
Shared chimney stacks
A leaning or cracked stack on a shared building affects more than one owner, so a clear record helps.
When to book a survey in Coldharbour
A single building may have pitched roofs, flat roofs and rear additions. They all age at different rates, and flat roofs over rear additions often need attention sooner.
Look out for signs like these:
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
Living close to Wotton and Abinger Commons is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Are they insured for the work?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether you get a written report with photos
FAQs for Coldharbour
I let a flat near Holmwood station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Coldharbour?
Yes, Coldharbour is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Will you check the loft?
Usually, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
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Useful tips for Coldharbour property owners
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Ask residents to report damp right away
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Keep the loft hatch clear and reachable
If anything in the report needs explaining, ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation.
Encourage residents to tell you about leaks or damp right away. Early reports let you act before damage spreads.
Why get it checked now?
Defects caught early can often be dealt with as planned work. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. In a small place like Coldharbour, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and the package you choose.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Coldharbour
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
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Landlord roof surveys around Coldharbour
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Take an older house close to Christ Church: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you own a rental within reach of Holmwood station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Coldharbour is about 4 miles south of Dorking, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Coldharbour and the rest of Surrey, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Surrey. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
All of RH5 is covered for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you are just outside Coldharbour, we cover Abinger Bottom (2 miles north-west), South Holmwood (2 miles north-east), Holmwood Corner (2 miles east), Friday Street (2 miles north-west) and Beare Green (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (10 miles north-west), Woking (13 miles north-west), Epsom (11 miles north), Horley (8 miles east), Redhill (9 miles north-east) and Ewell (13 miles north).
Landmarks near Coldharbour
In Coldharbour, that means homes and buildings near Wotton and Abinger Commons and Plough Inn. For rail, the closest station is Holmwood station, about 1.6 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Mesolithic Museum (2.6 miles north-west) and Abinger Castle (2.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Coldharbour includes Vann Lake and Leith Hill.
What we cannot see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Responsibility under a lease
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Coldharbour
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats