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Landlord roof survey in West Byfleet, Surrey
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? We carry out landlord roof surveys in West Byfleet and across Surrey, with plain-English findings.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Landlord roof survey in West Byfleet: what you get
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We look at the roof from each safe vantage point, 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’re given access to. Typical surveys look at gaps where tiles or slates have slipped and splits and blisters in flat roof coverings, on blocks of flats, shared roofs and flat roofs on blocks.
Around West Byfleet, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are typically where the work is. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Location
- West Byfleet (KT14)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The property’s address and postcode
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Checking the roof from the ground
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
West Byfleet homes and their roofs
The wider area around West Byfleet has a long history of building, with Byfleet Manor about 1.8 miles east. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Shop and office owners around The Peacocks may find that a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. Take a building like The Marist Catholic Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
West Byfleet is about 3 miles north-east of Woking, in Surrey. We cover West Byfleet and the rest of Surrey, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Surrey. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Surveys in KT14 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Station Road, Station Approach and The Close and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Woodham (1 mile north-west), Pyrford (1 mile south-west), Sheerwater (1 mile west), Pyrford Village (2 miles south) and Row Town (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (7 miles south-west), Woking (3 miles south-west), Camberley (10 miles west), Epsom (10 miles east), Farnham (15 miles south-west) and Ewell (11 miles east).
Landmarks near West Byfleet
We work in homes and buildings around Fullbrook School, The Bishop David Brown School and Manor Farm, among other places. West Byfleet has its own railway station: West Byfleet station. A little further out are The Hockey Museum (2.6 miles south-west) and The Peacocks (2.7 miles south-west). The countryside around West Byfleet includes St Ann's Hill and Boldermere Lake.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in West Byfleet
Is West Byfleet within the area you cover?
Yes, West Byfleet is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
I let a flat near West Byfleet station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the building.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Do you use drones?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The report follows by email.
What does a roof survey cost?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before you book. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Common roof problems in West Byfleet
Tenants and leaseholders rarely look at the roof. Slipped slates, cracked flashings and blocked gutters can sit unnoticed for years particularly where the roof cannot be seen from the street.
Look out for signs like these:
- Missing or loose roof coverings
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Damaged pots and flaunching
Homes near green spaces such as Manor Farm can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Are they insured for the work?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How soon the report will arrive
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a smaller place like West Byfleet, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets in another room
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Honest limits
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- Responsibility under a lease
- The rest of the building, as a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey would
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in West Byfleet
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
How the survey changes by roof type
Shared chimney stacks
Chimneys often let water in at the flashings. We note what we can see.
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters are a common source of leaks on blocks. Gutters, outlets and downpipes are inspected where they can be seen.