Surrey · London and the South East
Pre-purchase roof survey in Charleshill, Surrey
A roof survey before you buy a house or flat in Charleshill, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- A ridge or slope that dips
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Charleshill
The best time to book is once your offer has been accepted and before you exchange contracts. At that point you can still ask questions, because nothing is binding yet. We survey seven days a week, which helps when the chain is moving fast. The report comes within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We survey the roof space, natural slate and gutters and downpipes, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps where slates or tiles have come loose and loose pots and cracked flaunching.
In a village or hamlet like Charleshill, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. What’s under the coverings, from old felt to the battens and nails, matters too.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Charleshill (GU10)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Many older homes in London and the South East have slate roofs. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates, plus the metal clips that show earlier patching.
Flat roofs
Flat roofs on extensions, dormers and garages are easy to forget about. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We look for signs of age and failure.
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Cottages and farmhouses around Charleshill often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- You book once your offer is accepted and let us know the address and your timetable.
- We agree a time and how we’ll get in, including the loft.
- We inspect the roof from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- We check and photograph the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
- Your report arrives by email, with photos and recommendations prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Buying a home or a new roof in Charleshill
About 3.8 miles north-west lies Farnham Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Charleshill has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
For landlords with property near Farnham station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Charleshill is about 3 miles south-east of Farnham, in Surrey. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Charleshill for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Guildford is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for pre-purchase roof surveys: GU10. We offer pre-purchase roof surveys to properties on Farnham Road and Whitmead Road. With the B3001 close by, Charleshill is easy for us to reach for pre-purchase roof surveys. We also cover the places around Charleshill: Tilford (1 mile west), Elstead (1 mile south-east), Tilford Common (2 miles south-west), Tilford Reeds (2 miles west) and Rushmoor (3 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (8 miles north-east), Woking (11 miles north-east), Camberley (10 miles north), Farnham (3 miles north-west), Frimley (8 miles north) and Haslemere (7 miles south).
Around Charleshill
Around Charleshill, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Donkey pub and Thundry Meadows and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Farnham station, about 3.2 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Museum of Farnham (3.7 miles north-west) and Milford Hospital (4.6 miles east). Not far away are Runfold Wood and Upper Lake.
What we’re asked to look at in Charleshill
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.
Look out for signs like these:
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St James, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
What to check before booking
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
Useful tips for Charleshill property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Ask the agent to make sure the loft hatch can be opened
- Do not leave it until just before exchange
- Ask who repairs the roof under the lease
- Ask for any paperwork for recent roof work
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.
Every so frequently, check the loft with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and chinks of daylight. Photos help if you later need a roofer or another survey.
Also near Charleshill
Other services in Charleshill
Landlords, agents and block managers in Charleshill
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Charleshill
Is my home in Charleshill listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Charleshill in the area you cover?
Yes, Charleshill is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only where it is safe. We also inspect from ground level, upper windows and the roof space.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it usually takes roughly 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Report times depend on the package, from the same day for Premium to within 48 hours for Basic.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Do I need a roof survey if I’m having a RICS survey?
It is your choice, but the two do different jobs. A home survey looks at the whole property, and ours concentrates on the roof alone. Our survey complements a RICS survey and does not replace one.
Do you use drones?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.