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Landlord roof survey in The Sands, Surrey
We carry out landlord roof surveys in The Sands and the rest of Surrey. We survey on any day of the week.
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Flashings that have come away
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
About our landlord roof survey in The Sands
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen, including from the roof space and the flats where access is arranged. The report records the condition of each part giving all parties the same information. Where neighbours share the roof, we can only inspect what we are given access to. We survey flat roofs on blocks, shared roofs and rented houses, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are chimney stacks in poor repair and leaks into upper flats.
In a village or hamlet like The Sands, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. 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.
If any part of the let or shared roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- The Sands (GU10)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for landlord roof surveys in The Sands
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The roof’s overall size
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
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.
What to tell us when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
For a price for landlord roof surveys in The Sands, ring 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Many blocks and rear additions have flat roofs. We look for ponding, splits, blisters and tired upstands as far as safe access allows.
Shared chimney stacks
Many terraces and conversions have shared stacks. We check pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings as far as can be seen.
Surveys for landlords and agents in The Sands
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
What we do, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around The Sands frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged by you or your agent.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets in another room
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Related advice
Landlord roof surveys around The Sands
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. 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. About 2.8 miles west lies Farnham Castle, a reminder of how long the area around The Sands has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near The Church of the Good Shepherd, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. For landlords with property near Farnham station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
The Sands is about 2 miles east of Farnham, in Surrey. We survey roofs in The Sands across London and South East England. The Sands is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Guildford is in our area too.
We work across GU10 for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on The Green, Binton Lane and Botany Hill or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around The Sands: Runfold (1 mile west), Sandy Cross (1 mile north), Compton (1 mile west), Seale (1 mile north-east) and Tongham (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Guildford (8 miles east), Woking (10 miles north-east), Camberley (9 miles north), Frimley (7 miles north), Haslemere (9 miles south) and Cranleigh (12 miles south-east).
Near you in The Sands
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Crooksbury Hill. The Sands’s nearest station is Farnham station, about 2.3 miles west. Nearby you will also find Milford Hospital (5.7 miles south-east) and Farnham Castle (2.8 miles west). For a walk, there’s Culverswell Hill and Runfold Wood.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Defects caught early can frequently be dealt with as planned work. Left until it leaks, a roof can damage ceilings and tenants’ belongings, plus urgent call-outs. For an older or listed building in a place like The Sands, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
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 us?
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- PI and public liability insurance
Towns and villages near The Sands
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The Sands questions
Do you cover smaller places like The Sands?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in The Sands is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain does not typically stop a survey. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we will arrange another day with you.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in The Sands?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run seven days a week.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you as you book.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
What we’re asked to look at in The Sands
Agents and freeholders have budgets to set. Planning is difficult without knowing the roof’s condition and how soon.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Damaged pots and flaunching
If you live near a park like Crooksbury Hill, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance