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Landlord roof survey in Tatsfield, Greater London
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? You can book a landlord roof survey in Tatsfield and across Greater London.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Leaking joints at party walls
About our landlord roof survey in Tatsfield
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. 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. We survey blocks of flats, converted houses and rented houses, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps where tiles or slates have slipped and gutters overflowing onto walls.
Much of London’s housing is flats, in converted houses or purpose-built blocks, so roofs are often shared between several households. Whoever looks after the building needs a clear picture of the roof, chimneys and gutters, in Tatsfield as anywhere. A defect on a shared roof can reach more than one flat. With a written report and photographs, everyone can plan from the same facts.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Location
- Tatsfield (TN16)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. London terraces rarely offer a view of the whole roof from one spot, so a visit in Tatsfield moves between viewpoints: the pavement, upstairs windows, the loft and any safe spot at the back. Shared stairs or a basement flat? Let us know who holds the keys.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Leave side gates unlocked
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
Keeping a dated survey on file helps with future planning. Repeat surveys let you see how the roof is changing which helps with rolling maintenance. In Tatsfield, as in much of London, water from a roof defect can reach a neighbour’s home as easily as yours: a blocked parapet gutter or slipped slate can let water into the flat below or the house next door. Dealing with it early is far less disruptive.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Useful tips for Tatsfield property owners
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Deal with urgent items first
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
If you need to share the findings with leaseholders or a board, the photographs help. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Encourage residents to tell you about leaks or damp straight away. Early reports let you act before damage spreads.
How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and downpipes
Valley and box gutters on blocks can overflow inside. We give them close attention.
Shared chimney stacks
Damp in a chimney breast can start at the top of the stack. We record anything visible.
What a survey costs
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Height and safe access
- The roof’s overall size
- Which survey package you book
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Anything about access we should know
- The address and postcode of the property
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
When you need someone else
A survey is a close look at the let or shared roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
- A full building survey of every part of the property
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Tatsfield
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
Nearby places to Tatsfield
What else we do in Tatsfield
Landlord roof surveys in Tatsfield: local notes
Historic houses such as Titsey Place, about 1.4 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Tatsfield goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Outer London has lots of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. If your home in Tatsfield is one of them, bay roofs, hips and later dormers each have their own details. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
Take a building like Charles Darwin School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Parking in Tatsfield, as in most of London, takes a little planning: let us know about permits, visitor bays or off-street space when booking.
Tatsfield is about 5 miles east of Caterham, in Greater London. Tatsfield gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photos and a written report. Tatsfield is one of the towns and villages in Greater London where we work. There is also a page for London.
Landlord roof surveys in TN16 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on The Square, Ninehams Road and Maesmaur Road. Close by, we survey roofs in South Street (1 mile east), Titsey (1 mile south), Force Green (2 miles south-east), Moorhouse Bank (3 miles south) and Westerham (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (15 miles north), Stockwell (14 miles north-west), Orpington (7 miles north-east), Wimbledon (14 miles north-west), Kennington (14 miles north-west) and New Cross (12 miles north).
Around Tatsfield
For rail, the closest station is Oxted station, roughly 3 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Tandridge Priory (2.8 miles south). Open spaces near Tatsfield include West Kent Golf Course nature reserve and Betsom's Hill.
Questions from Tatsfield
I let a flat near Oxted station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Tatsfield is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is normally fine; heavy rain and wind are different. High wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, which helps you plan work and budgets. Repair costs aren’t included but it gives contractors a clear brief.