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Pre-purchase roof survey in Bagshot, Surrey
A roof survey before you buy a house or flat for Bagshot and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
How the survey works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. For a survey in Bagshot, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you are buying.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 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.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
Getting ready for the survey
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Book a survey
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
Advice
Pre-purchase roof survey in Bagshot
The roof is one of the most expensive parts of a home to repair, and one of the hardest for a buyer to see. A pre-purchase roof survey looks at it closely before you’re tied in. We look at the slates or tiles, the ridges and valleys, the flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, plus the loft where there’s safe access. The findings come in a written report with photos. If you’ve noticed damp timbers or stains in the loft and standing water on a flat extension roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on the roof space, flat-roofed extensions and dormers and gutters and downpipes alike.
In a smaller place like Bagshot, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. Older roofs may still have their original slates or clay tiles, with fixings and underlay that have done a long stint. For a purchase or a newly replaced roof, what’s under the coverings matters as much as what’s on top. Older roofs frequently have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Bagshot (GU19)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Roof by roof
Gutters and parapets
Parapet and box gutters are hidden behind walls and can overflow inside. We check their linings and outlets from wherever is safe.
Natural slate
Older slate roofs often have bitumen felt under them, and very old ones may have none. From inside the loft space, we report what we can see of it.
What we can’t see
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- A valuation or a promise of a lower price
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- The roof space
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords, agents and building managers in Bagshot and across Surrey can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Prices for pre-purchase roof surveys in Bagshot
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What to tell us when you contact us
When you call or email, these details help:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
- Request records of any re-roofing
- Book once your offer is accepted
- Look for fresh paint on upstairs ceilings at viewings
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.
After you move in, have leaves and moss cleared from gutters and valleys, particularly after autumn. Blocked gutters cause much of the damp we see. Use a gutter contractor rather than going up a ladder yourself.
FAQs for Bagshot
Do you carry out roof surveys in Bagshot?
Yes, Bagshot is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Bagshot as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Bagshot within the area you cover?
Yes, Bagshot is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you go up on the roof?
When conditions and the roof make it safe, yes. We also inspect from ground level, upper windows and the roof space, and a drone is part of the Premium Survey where it applies.
Do you use drones?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are 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 does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
It normally takes an hour or two for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Is your roof survey a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS home survey. It complements one rather than replacing it.
Local roofs and buyers in Bagshot
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
For an older house near a landmark such as The Brook Church, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges. If you own a rental within reach of Bagshot station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Bagshot is about 2 miles north-east of Camberley, in Surrey. Whether the building in Bagshot is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, large and small. You can also see our page for Guildford.
We cover every part of GU19 for pre-purchase roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on The Square, High Street and London Road. Bagshot sits on or near the B3029, so getting to you is simple. Nearby, we also carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Lightwater (1 mile south-east), Windlesham (2 miles east), Donkey Town (2 miles south-east), Lucas Green (3 miles south-east) and West End (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (9 miles south-east), Woking (6 miles south-east), Farnham (11 miles south-west), Egham (8 miles north-east), Walton-on-Thames (12 miles east) and Frimley (4 miles south-west).
What’s near Bagshot
Around Bagshot, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Kings Arms, Bagshot Park and Collingwood College, among other places. Bagshot has its own railway station: Bagshot station. Well-known places in the area include Surrey Heath Museum (2.6 miles south-west) and Frimley Park Hospital (3.5 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Wildmoor Heath.