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Landlord Roof Survey in Fairlands
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats across Fairlands, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
How a landlord roof survey works in Fairlands
Our landlord roof survey gives you a clear picture of a roof’s condition in a report you can plan around. We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders, as well as residents’ and RTM management companies. You get a written report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. It’s a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey of the whole building. We survey rented houses, blocks of flats and converted houses, and common reasons people get in touch are worn ridges, hips and verges and leaking joints at party walls.
Older buildings in small places like Fairlands 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. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Fairlands (GU3)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- 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 you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
The survey, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the let or shared roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere like Fairlands needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it is safe.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Fairlands
Reports of leaks or damp from tenants frequently lead to a survey. We check whether the roof or rainwater system is the likely cause from what’s visible.
People normally book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Leaks into upper flats
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
Take a building like Worplesdon Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Questions to ask before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How soon the report will arrive
- What experience they bring
Local roofs in Fairlands
With Guildford Castle about 2.8 miles south-east, Fairlands sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. 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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Homes near green spaces such as Chitty's Common can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If you own a rental within reach of Guildford station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Fairlands is about 2 miles north-west of Guildford, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Fairlands across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small.
All of GU3 is covered for landlord roof surveys. Streets in the area include Dynevor Place, Brooke Forest and Kiln Meadows. Other places close to Fairlands include Wood Street Village (1 mile south-west), Worplesdon (1 mile north), Willey Green (2 miles west), Stanford Common (2 miles north-west) and Onslow Village (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Woking (4 miles north-east), Camberley (7 miles north-west), Farnham (8 miles south-west), Egham (12 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (12 miles north-east) and Dorking (13 miles east).
Landmarks near Fairlands
In Fairlands, that means homes and buildings near Chitty's Common, Hare and Hounds pub and Kings College Guildford. The nearest railway station is Guildford station, roughly 2.4 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Guildford Castle (2.8 miles south-east) and Guildford Cathedral Treasury (1.9 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Littlefield Common and Pewley Hill.
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Fairlands
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Fairlands
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Fairlands
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Guildford station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
How do I find out if my home in Fairlands is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we will arrange another day with you.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Will you inspect a roof that several owners share?
Yes, we survey shared roofs frequently. Where a neighbouring roof isn’t part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points, and the report says so.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. The written report follows by email.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.