Surrey · London and the South East
Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in East Clandon
A careful look at the roof at your property in East Clandon, with photographs and a written report.
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
Questions from East Clandon
Do you carry out roof surveys in East Clandon?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and East Clandon is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in East Clandon listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only where it is safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and a drone is part of the Premium Survey where it applies.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard reports within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Reports are emailed, with photos.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain doesn’t usually stop a survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Is this the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We survey the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It complements one rather than replacing it.
About our pre-purchase roof survey in East Clandon
Book after your offer is accepted and before exchange. That is when the findings are most useful, because nothing is binding yet. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends, 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. If you’ve noticed worn or lifted lead flashings and gutters choked with leaves and moss, we can find out what’s behind it, on the roof space, natural slate and flat-roofed extensions and dormers alike.
Being in a small place like East Clandon makes no difference to the inspection itself: it just means planning the journey and access beforehand. If there are outbuildings with roofs you want checked, mention them when you book. Whether you are buying or checking new work, the same care goes into it. Weekday and weekend visits are both available.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- East Clandon (GU4)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead-lined valleys and gutters are common on older homes in London and South East England. Splits in a lead valley send water inside, and lead is also a target for theft.
Flat roofs
Ponding, blistering, splits and worn upstands are the usual warning signs. Blocked outlets are checked as well.
How the survey works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. It normally takes about 1–2 hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Around East Clandon, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Do you need a pre-purchase roof survey in East Clandon?
The fixings and underlay frequently fail before good slates or tiles do. Good slate can last well over a century, yet the nails holding it rust and let slates slide. That kind of wear is common on older roofs.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Blocked or leaking gutters
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
If you live in an older home near Church of St Thomas of Canterbury, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Towns and villages near East Clandon
Also in East Clandon
Buying a home or a new roof in East Clandon
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. 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. About 0.5 miles north-east lies Hatchlands Park, a reminder of how long the area around East Clandon has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you own a rental within reach of Clandon station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
East Clandon is about 4 miles east of Guildford, in Surrey. East Clandon is one of many places we visit across Surrey, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages.
We cover every part of GU4 for pre-purchase roof surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include The Street, School Lane and Sawpit Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include West Horsley (2 miles north-east), Albury (2 miles south), Shere (2 miles south), East Horsley (3 miles north-east) and Gomshall (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (4 miles west), Woking (6 miles north-west), Camberley (12 miles north-west), Epsom (11 miles north-east), Horley (15 miles east) and Redhill (14 miles east).
Around East Clandon
We work in homes and buildings around St Peter's Catholic School and Queens Head Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Clandon station, roughly 1.1 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Surrey Infantry Museum (1.4 miles west) and St. Luke’s Hospital (3.5 miles west). The countryside around East Clandon includes St Martha's Hill and Combe Bottom.
Why act early in East Clandon
Sellers are not always aware of roof problems. The forms they complete only show what they’re aware of. Our survey shows you the roof as it is today, whatever anyone remembers. For older village homes like those around East Clandon, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for the job before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in East Clandon
- Package prices that include VAT
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
When you need someone else
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- A valuation or a promise of a lower price
- Faults hidden behind ceilings, boards or coverings
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Gutters and downpipes
Prices for pre-purchase roof surveys in East Clandon
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.