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Landlord Roof Survey in Lower Kingswood
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Lower Kingswood and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Flashings that have come away
Landlord roof survey in Lower Kingswood: what you get
Landlords often book us when buying a property to rent out, others when a tenant reports a leak or damp. Others want a regular survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason, with photos and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends which can help when arranging access with residents. Typical surveys look at standing water on a flat roof and gutters overflowing onto walls, across rented houses, shared roofs and flat roofs on blocks.
Somewhere as small as Lower Kingswood, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Lower Kingswood (KT20)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- A full building survey of every part of the property
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Lower Kingswood
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The roof’s overall size
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The property’s address and postcode
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Also in Lower Kingswood
Why it is worth a survey now in Lower Kingswood
A contractor’s quote tells you what they propose to do. An independent survey tells you the roof’s condition first so you know what you’re asking contractors to price. Around Lower Kingswood, older homes often have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Prices that include VAT
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Around Lower Kingswood, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged with you beforehand.
- 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.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking before the day
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Related advice
Common roof problems in Lower Kingswood
A single building may have pitched roofs, flat roofs and rear additions. Each wears differently and the smaller roofs are easy to forget.
Common reasons to book include:
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Choked outlets and gutters
If you run a business near The Belfry, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What happens after the report arrives
- What insurance they carry
Lower Kingswood: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Lower Kingswood is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Lower Kingswood within the area you cover?
Yes. Lower Kingswood is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
What does a block roof survey cost?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Blocks are priced on their size and roofs. Just call 07833 053749 or email us for a price.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Who do you carry out landlord roof surveys for?
Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders book it, as well as RTM and residents’ management companies. Leaseholders sometimes book it as well.
Do you need access to all the flats?
Sometimes, yes. Where the loft or roof can only be reached through a home, we will need to go in, so residents need notice.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Local roofs in Lower Kingswood
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. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
Landlords with a home close to Kingswood station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Trees in and around Eyhurst Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Lower Kingswood is about 3 miles north of Reigate, in Surrey. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Lower Kingswood for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Lower Kingswood is one of the towns and villages in Surrey where we work. There’s also a page for Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: KT20. That includes homes and businesses on Tealby Close, Orchard Way and Brighton Road and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Margery (1 mile south-east), Mogador (1 mile south-west), Kingswood (1 mile north), Walton on the Hill (1 mile west) and Tadworth (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (5 miles north-west), Horley (7 miles south), Redhill (3 miles south-east), Ewell (6 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (11 miles north-west) and Caterham (5 miles east).
What’s near Lower Kingswood
We work in homes and buildings around Eyhurst Park, The Sportsman pub and St Bede's School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Kingswood station, about 1.5 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Walton on the Hill (1.6 miles north-west) and The Belfry (3 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Mercers Lake and Reigate Heath.