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Landlord roof survey in Ripley, Surrey
Landlord roof surveys in Ripley from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older rural homes like those around Ripley can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before we arrive
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Arrange a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Related advice
How a landlord roof survey works in Ripley
With a shared roof, it is not always clear what’s wrong or where. We inspect the roof as far as it can be seen safely including the loft and flats where access is arranged. Each part of the roof is recorded with photos giving all parties the same information. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we are allowed to reach. We survey gutters and downpipes, shared roofs and blocks of flats, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps where tiles or slates have slipped and damaged party-wall upstands or parapets.
Somewhere as small as Ripley, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Ripley (GU23)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Ripley
About 2.6 miles north-east lies Byfleet Manor, a reminder of how long the area around Ripley has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Ripley Court School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For landlords with property near Clandon station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Ripley is about 4 miles east of Woking, in Surrey. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Ripley can all book landlord roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Our Surrey coverage includes Ripley.
Every address in GU23 is covered for landlord roof surveys. We cover properties on High Street, Dorton Way and Wentworth Close. With the B2215 close by, Ripley is simple for us to get to for landlord roof surveys. If you’re just outside Ripley, we cover Ockham (2 miles east), West Horsley (3 miles south-east), East Clandon (3 miles south), East Horsley (3 miles south-east) and Effingham (5 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (5 miles south-west), Woking (4 miles west), Camberley (10 miles west), Epsom (10 miles east), Redhill (15 miles east) and Farnham (14 miles south-west).
What’s near Ripley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Anchor Public House and St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School. The closest station to Ripley is Clandon station, roughly 2.5 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find The Peacocks (3 miles north-west) and Woking Community Hospital (2.8 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Papercourt Marshes and Boldermere Lake.
What affects the price in Ripley
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Height and safe access
- How big the roof is
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- When you need the report by
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Checking the roof from the ground
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Ripley questions
Is Ripley within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Ripley is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Does this replace a RICS building survey?
No, it is a roof survey. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey and doesn’t replace a structural engineer’s report.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes, many agents and freeholders use it that way. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Common roof problems in Ripley
Landlords need to plan spending on a building. Planning is difficult without knowing the roof’s condition or when.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Standing water on a flat roof
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Mary Magdalen, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
What to check before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Will the report include photos?
- How soon the report will arrive
Places near Ripley
What else we do in Ripley
How the survey changes by roof type
Shared chimney stacks
Shared stacks need everyone involved to agree work, so a clear record helps.
Gutters and downpipes
Overflowing gutters soak walls and can lead to damp in flats. We record what we see.
Why act early in Ripley
A dated condition report is useful for the building’s records. Repeat surveys let you see how the roof is changing which helps with rolling maintenance. Older cottages and farmhouses around Ripley can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
See our cost guide or our case studies.