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Hamsey Green Landlord Roof Survey
Independent landlord roof surveys in Hamsey Green. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
When to book a survey in Hamsey Green
People living in a building seldom see the roof itself. Slipped slates, cracked flashings and blocked gutters can sit unnoticed for years particularly where the roof cannot be seen from the street.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
Landlords with a home close to Upper Warlingham station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
About our landlord roof survey in Hamsey Green
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included where they’re part of the brief. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can safely be seen, along with the roof space where there’s safe access. We are often asked to look into damp or stains in top-floor flats and ponding or splits on flat roofs, across converted houses, gutters and downpipes and shared roofs.
In a village or hamlet like Hamsey Green, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Hamsey Green (CR6, CR2)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord roof surveys in Hamsey Green: local notes
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. The wider area around Hamsey Green has a long history of building, with Addington Palace about 2.8 miles north. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Antony, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Hamsey Green Primary, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Hamsey Green is about 1 mile north of Warlingham, in Surrey. Hamsey Green is one of many places we visit across Surrey, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: CR6 and CR2. We offer landlord roof surveys to properties on Clyde Avenue, Crewe's Lane and Princes Avenue. We also cover the places around Hamsey Green: Warlingham (1 mile south), Whyteleafe (1 mile south-west), Chelsham (1 mile east), Sanderstead (1 mile north-west) and Farleigh (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Epsom (9 miles west), Horley (11 miles south-west), Redhill (7 miles south-west), Ewell (9 miles west), Reigate (8 miles south-west) and Caterham (3 miles south-west).
Around Hamsey Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Blanchman's Farm, The White Lion Public House and Warlingham School. The closest station to Hamsey Green is Upper Warlingham station, about 1 mile south-west. Well-known places in the area include Warlingham Park Hospital (1.4 miles east) and East Surrey Museum (2.6 miles south). For a walk, there is South London Downs National Nature Reserve and Nore Hill.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hamsey Green
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Places near Hamsey Green
What else we do in Hamsey Green
What this survey can’t tell you
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
Tips from our surveys
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- File each roof report for future reference
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Keep the loft hatch clear and reachable
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.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. Many landlords and agents survey their roofs on a rolling basis with gutters cleared every year.
What a survey costs
When we price a survey, we consider:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Roof area
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Anything about access we should know
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What made you get in touch
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Questions from Hamsey Green
I let a flat near Upper Warlingham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Is my home in Hamsey Green listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Hamsey Green?
Just phone 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How the survey works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit usually takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a hamlet or village like Hamsey Green, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- 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 roof space and the roof itself where safe.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets in another room
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.