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Artington Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
A careful look at the roof at your property in Artington, with photographs and a written report.
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
Surveys for landlords and agents in Artington
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Pre-purchase roof survey in Artington
A full home survey looks at the whole property, and the roof is only one part of it. We don’t offer a RICS home survey, and ours isn’t a substitute for one. It adds a focused look at the roof on its own, with photographs of what we find and written recommendations. You can have both if you want the fullest picture. We survey clay and concrete tiles, chimney stacks and the roof space, and common reasons people get in touch are old water stains in the roof space and gaps where slates or tiles have come loose.
Some older homes in villages like Artington are listed or sit in a conservation area. That can affect what materials a new roof may use, so check with the council and Historic England’s list. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it is worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Artington (GU3)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take an hour or two at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Around Artington, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you are buying.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- The coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Before the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Which survey package you book
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How big the roof is
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The property’s address and postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Artington
Do you cover Artington?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Artington is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Artington is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How soon is the report ready?
It depends on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Let us know your timetable when you book.
Do you need access inside the house?
Where we can, yes. Inside, the loft shows leaks, damp timbers and the underlay. If we cannot get in, the report says so.
How long does the survey visit take?
Allow about one to two hours at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. We’ll give you an idea of timing as you book.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
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What else we do in Artington
Common roof problems in Artington
Chimneys take the worst of the weather. Mortar erodes, the flaunching around the pots cracks and the flashings work loose. On terraced and semi-detached homes, a stack may be shared with next door, which matters if work is needed.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- A ridge or slope that dips
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
For landlords with property near Shalford station, it’s worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
What to check before booking
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Will the report include photos?
Useful tips for Artington property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Mention any deadline when you get in touch
- Check we’ll be able to get into the loft space
- Ask the seller about past roof repairs
- Pass the findings to your conveyancer
The report gives any roofer you ask to quote a clear brief. They’ll see exactly what we found, and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Keep the loft ventilated. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up, wetting timbers and insulation. Avoid packing insulation into the eaves so tightly that air can’t flow.
Why get it checked now?
Even if you go ahead regardless, knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan. The report shows what needs doing first, and you can line up a roofer before small faults grow. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Artington, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Artington
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Clear package prices, including VAT
Read what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Artington: local notes
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary the Virgin are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. Guildford Castle, about 1.1 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Artington. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later.
Artington is about 2 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Artington and the rest of Surrey. Artington is one of the towns and villages in Surrey where we work for pre-purchase roof surveys.
We survey roofs across GU3 for pre-purchase roof surveys. Whether your property is on Old Portsmouth Road, The Ridges and River Wey Close or a nearby road, we can survey it. Artington sits on or near the A3100, which makes travel easy. We also cover the places around Artington: Broadford (1 mile south-east), Peasmarsh (1 mile south), Shalford (1 mile south-east), East Shalford (1 mile east) and Abbotswood (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (10 miles north-west), Farnham (9 miles west), Egham (15 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-east) and Dorking (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Artington
In Artington, that means homes and buildings near Shalford Park, Academy of Contemporary Music and Guildford County School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Shalford station, roughly 0.7 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Surrey Police Museum (under half a mile north-west) and Guildford Castle (1.1 miles north). The countryside around Artington includes Pewley Down and St Catherine's Hill.