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Landlord Roof Survey in Hookwood
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Hookwood and across Surrey, with plain-English findings.
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Blocked gutters over flats
Landlord roof surveys in Hookwood: local notes
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Whatever the covering, it is frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. 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.
Take a building like Manorfield Primary and Nursery School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near County Mall, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. If you live in an older home near Church of St Bartholomew, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Hookwood is about 1 mile south-west of Horley, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Hookwood, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Hookwood is one of the places in Surrey where we work.
We work across RH6 for landlord roof surveys. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Campbell Close, Mistley Gardens and Kennel Lane or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Hookwood: Horley (1 mile north-east), Fernhill (2 miles east), Tinsley Green (2 miles south-east), Langley Green (3 miles south) and Shipley Bridge (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (12 miles north), Redhill (5 miles north), Ewell (13 miles north), Reigate (5 miles north), Caterham (9 miles north-east) and Dorking (7 miles north-west).
What’s near Hookwood
Around Hookwood, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Black Horse pub and Oakwood School, among other places. Hookwood’s nearest station is Horley station, roughly 1.2 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Crawley Museum (3.5 miles south) and Langley Green Hospital (2.6 miles south).
How a landlord roof survey works in Hookwood
We survey let and shared roofs in Hookwood and across London and South East England. Time on site typically takes about one to two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. We inspect from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it’s safe including by drone where applicable. A written report with photos follows. Common reasons to book are splits and blisters in flat roof coverings and worn ridges, hips and verges, on blocks of flats, gutters and downpipes and rented houses.
In a village or hamlet like Hookwood, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Hookwood (RH6)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
An independent report helps when owners need to agree on roof work. Without one, each party may have a different view of what’s wrong. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Hookwood, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
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.
Why book us in Hookwood
- PI and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- 98% of customers satisfied
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Checking the roof from ground level
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
FAQs for Hookwood
Will you come out to Hookwood?
Yes, Hookwood is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How do I find out if my home in Hookwood is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
What’s the best way to book?
Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Does this replace a RICS building survey?
No, it’s a roof survey. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 building survey and doesn’t replace a structural engineer’s report.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
What a survey costs
We confirm the exact price before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- How big the roof is
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Booking your survey
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- When you need the report by
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Responsibility under a lease
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Hookwood
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
What we do, step by step
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Rural addresses near Hookwood can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Book a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Don’t store items over the loft hatch
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
The report can feed straight into a maintenance plan. You can start with the urgent items and plan the rest over time.
Regular roof checks beat waiting for a leak. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings, alongside yearly gutter clearing.