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Fernhill Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Fernhill and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Leaks into upper flats
Surveys for landlords and agents in Fernhill
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Landlord roof survey in Fernhill
Landlords frequently book us when buying a property to rent out, or after a tenant reports a leak. Agents and freeholders often want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format with photos and recommendations. Surveys are carried out seven days a week which can help when arranging access with residents. If you are worried about ponding or splits on flat roofs and cracked or lifting flashings, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Fernhill are listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. 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, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Fernhill (RH6)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- Who pays under the lease (that’s a legal question)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
How it works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Somewhere as small as Fernhill, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can be seen safely, including from inside where possible.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Booking a survey
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Roof spaces and lofts
Access to the loft may be through a flat or a common area, so it needs arranging.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
Parapet walls often hide gutters behind them. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see.
Towns and villages near Fernhill
What else we do in Fernhill
Local roofs in Fernhill
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. 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. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near County Mall, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. Anyone responsible for a site like Oakwood School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Fernhill is about 2 miles south-east of Horley, in Surrey. Anywhere in Fernhill, we can carry out landlord roof surveys at your property. Fernhill is one of the places in Surrey we cover for landlord roof surveys.
All of RH6 is covered for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Peeks Brook Lane and Donkey Lane and the roads around them. Other places close to Fernhill include Burstow (1 mile east), Shipley Bridge (1 mile south), Tinsley Green (1 mile south-west), Keeper's Corner (1 mile east) and Copthorne (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Epsom (14 miles north-west), Redhill (6 miles north), Ewell (15 miles north), Reigate (6 miles north-west), Caterham (9 miles north) and Dorking (10 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Fernhill
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Shipley Bridge pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Fernhill is Gatwick Airport station, roughly 1 mile west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find County Mall (3.6 miles south-west) and Langley Green Hospital (2.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Fernhill include Hedgecourt Lake.
When to book a survey in Fernhill
On a shared roof, it is not always clear who should act. Each party may assume someone else is dealing with it and work gets delayed. An independent report helps everyone see the facts.
Common reasons to book include:
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Damaged pots and flaunching
If you own a rental within reach of Gatwick Airport station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Before booking anyone
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Are they insured for the work?
- When you will get the report
- What experience they bring
Fernhill questions
Is my home in Fernhill listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Gatwick Airport station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details as you book.
Do you work in Fernhill?
Yes. We survey roofs in Fernhill and the rest of Surrey. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes. We inspect the parts we’re given access to, as far as they can be seen safely. The report records what couldn’t be seen in the report.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. You’ll then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.