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Landlord roof survey in Peaslake, Surrey
Find out what’s going on with the let or shared roof before you spend money on it. Landlord roof surveys in Peaslake, with photos and a clear written report.
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Flashings that have come away
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Local roofs in Peaslake
Chilworth Manor, about 4.2 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Peaslake. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. 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. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mark, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Peaslake is about 6 miles south-west of Dorking, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Peaslake, we can survey the roof. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
Surveys in GU5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Pond Lane, Peaslake Lane and Walking Bottom. Other places close to Peaslake include Holmbury St Mary (1 mile east), Farley Green (2 miles west), Pitland Street (2 miles east), Ewhurst (3 miles south) and Ewhurst Green (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (7 miles north-west), Woking (10 miles north-west), Epsom (12 miles north-east), Horley (12 miles east), Redhill (12 miles east) and Farnham (15 miles west).
Around Peaslake
The closest station to Peaslake is Gomshall station, roughly 1.8 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Abinger Castle (1.8 miles east) and St. Luke’s Hospital (5.8 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Combe Bottom and Leith Hill.
About our landlord roof survey in Peaslake
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. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format, with photos and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends which can help when arranging access with residents. Typical surveys look at cracked or leaning shared chimneys and leaks into upper flats, on flat roofs on blocks, shared roofs and gutters and downpipes.
In a small place like Peaslake, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
What you get is a clear record of the let or shared roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Place
- Peaslake (GU5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Peaslake, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Check pets are kept safely away
Booking a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Defects caught early can often be dealt with as planned work. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. Around Peaslake, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why us?
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- A photo-illustrated written report
- 98% customer satisfaction
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Peaslake
To price your survey, we check:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
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 want to find out.
What to let us know when you contact us
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What kind of property and roof it is
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Peaslake: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Peaslake is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you cover smaller places like Peaslake?
Yes, Peaslake is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does this replace a RICS building survey?
No. Our survey covers the roof and its parts, not the whole property. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey or a structural engineer’s report.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No, that depends on the lease, so speak to your managing agent or a solicitor. We report on the roof’s condition and what needs attention.
What’s the price of a landlord roof survey?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Larger buildings are priced to suit. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a price.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Peaslake
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
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Signs you need a landlord roof survey in Peaslake
Agents and freeholders have budgets to set. Without a recent survey, it is hard to know what the roof needs and how soon.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Flashings that have come away
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Damaged pots and flaunching
For landlords with property near Gomshall station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Questions to ask before booking
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roofs are common over blocks, extensions and garages. We look for ponding, splits, blisters and tired upstands where we can see them safely.
Roof spaces and lofts
On blocks, the roof space may be reached through a flat or a communal hatch and you’ll need to arrange it.