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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Cranleigh
We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Cranleigh and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
Local roofs and buyers in Cranleigh
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older houses across Surrey frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. 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.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Nicholas, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
Cranleigh is about 8 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Cranleigh for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our Surrey coverage includes Cranleigh. Guildford is in our area too.
Surveys in GU6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on High Street, Taverner Square and Bridge Road. You’ll find Cranleigh on the B2128, which makes it simple to reach. Nearby, we also carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Ewhurst (2 miles east), Ewhurst Green (2 miles east), Mayes Green (4 miles east), Walliswood (4 miles east) and Ellen's Green (4 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Guildford (8 miles north-west), Woking (13 miles north), Horley (14 miles east), Redhill (15 miles north-east), Farnham (14 miles west) and Reigate (14 miles north-east).
What’s near Cranleigh
In Cranleigh, that means homes and buildings near Sayer's Croft LNR and Glebelands School.
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Cranleigh
We survey roofs for buyers in Cranleigh and across London and the South East. Whether it is a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, we follow the same careful process. The report says what’s in good order, what isn’t and what to deal with first. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and have 20+ years’ experience. To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us. If you are worried about lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney and slates or tiles that have slipped or gone, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Cranleigh, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Low roofs are easier to see from the ground, but dormer cheeks, valleys and flat-roofed additions still need close attention. That applies whether you’re buying in Cranleigh or checking a new roof there. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Location
- Cranleigh (GU6)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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The survey, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Cranleigh is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- After your offer is agreed, you book and share your timetable.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller, including the loft.
- We start outside, looking at the roof from the ground and from vantage points.
- We then look from upstairs windows and inside the loft where it is safe.
- The report is emailed with photos and recommendations, ready to use before exchange.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Advice
What a survey costs
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The size of the roof
- Height and safe access
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Anything about access we should know
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Cranleigh, phone 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Cranleigh questions
Is my home in Cranleigh listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Cranleigh?
Yes, Cranleigh is covered. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do you need access inside the house?
Where possible, yes. We look in the loft space where there’s safe access, and views from upper windows help too. The agent or seller can arrange entry.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
When you need someone else
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Whether the price should change, which is between you and the seller
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
- A structural engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Lead flashings and valleys
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Ask when the roof was last worked on
- Let us know your exchange date when you book
- Request records of any re-roofing
- Share the report with your solicitor
The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. Whichever package you choose, you can ask us what a finding means.
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.
What happens if roof problems are left?
After exchange, any roof defect is yours to deal with. Before it, you still have choices. Finding out later gives you the same facts, but with far less room to act on them. Arranging work in a smaller place like Cranleigh is easier with notice than in an emergency. A survey gives you that notice.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Cranleigh
- 98% of customers satisfied
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Surveys seven days a week
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What we are asked to look at in Cranleigh
Rear extensions, dormers and garages often have flat roofs. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and standing water, blisters and splits are typical signs of ageing. A buyer can easily miss them, because many can only be seen from an upstairs window.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- A ridge or slope that dips
In and around Cranleigh, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Questions to ask before you book
- What exactly goes into their report
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?