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Landlord roof survey in Littleton, Surrey
Independent landlord roof surveys in Littleton. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Flashings that have come away
The survey, step by step
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Around Littleton, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged with you beforehand.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it is 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.
Before we arrive
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Arrange a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Related advice
About our landlord roof survey in Littleton
The lease normally decides who is responsible for the roof and who pays. We don’t give legal advice on leases but we can give you an independent record of the roof’s condition. It helps owners and managers discuss the next steps from the same facts. The report sets out what we saw, with photographs and recommendations. Common reasons to book are ponding or splits on flat roofs and mortar falling from ridges and verges, on flat roofs on blocks, gutters and downpipes and rented houses.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Littleton (GU3)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What else we do in Littleton
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Littleton
With Loseley Park about 0.2 miles west, Littleton sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Francis, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you let a flat or house near Farncombe station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Littleton is about 1 mile north of Farncombe, in Surrey. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Littleton for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Littleton is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover.
Surveys in GU3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Binscombe (1 mile south-west), Onslow Village (1 mile north), Compton (1 mile west), Hurtmore (2 miles south-west) and Wood Street Village (3 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (10 miles north-west), Farnham (8 miles west), Egham (15 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-east) and Dorking (12 miles east).
Landmarks near Littleton
Around Littleton, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Farncombe Wood, The Withies Inn and Broadwater School, among other places. The closest station to Littleton is Farncombe station, about 1.3 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Surrey Police Museum (0.7 miles north-east) and Farnham Road Hospital (1.5 miles north-east). Not far away are Lower Lake and St Catherine's Hill.
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
How the survey changes by roof type
Roof spaces and lofts
Looking inside the roof often tells us more. We go into the loft where it’s safe, looking for staining, damp and daylight.
Shared chimney stacks
Many terraces and conversions have shared stacks. Pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at from safe vantage points.
What we can’t see
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Responsibility under a lease
- A full structural assessment of the building
- A full building survey of every part of the property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
What affects the price in Littleton
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Which survey package you book
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How big the roof is
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to tell us when you contact us
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
- What’s prompted the survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
FAQs for Littleton
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Littleton?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Farncombe station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain does not normally stop a survey. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. 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 is disturbed.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
When to book a survey in Littleton
Reports of leaks or damp from tenants often lead to a survey. The survey helps show whether the roof, gutters or flashings are involved from what’s visible.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Flashings that have come away
Take a building like Loseley Fields Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
What to check before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Their insurance cover
- How soon the report will arrive
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID