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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in East Horsley
Pre-purchase roof surveys across East Horsley, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
Surveys for landlords and agents in East Horsley
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Pre-purchase roof survey in East Horsley: what you get
Our packages start with the Basic Survey from £150, with the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. Standard adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. Premium goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Pick the one that fits the property. All three include a written report with photographs and recommendations. If you’re worried about standing water on a flat extension roof and worn or lifted lead flashings, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Around East Horsley, you will mostly find houses and bungalows of different ages. 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 often have bitumen felt under the coverings, as breathable membranes only arrived in the late 1990s.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- East Horsley (KT24, KT11)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual one, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. If a flue needs testing, we’ll suggest who to ask.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings are a common source of leaks, so we look at each one closely. We photograph any that need work.
Questions from East Horsley
Is East Horsley within the area you cover?
Yes. East Horsley is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Horsley?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can I take the findings back to the seller?
Yes. You might ask for work to be done, ask questions or ask for a change to the price. What the seller agrees to is their decision.
When will the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Let us know your timetable when you book.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when booking.
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in East Horsley
Historic houses such as Hatchlands Park, about 2.3 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around East Horsley goes. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Martin, ask the seller about past roof repairs, because older roofs often have patched valleys, replaced slates and reset ridges.
East Horsley is about 5 miles west of Leatherhead, in Surrey. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in East Horsley and the surrounding area. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Guildford.
We cover every part of the KT24 and KT11 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys and the streets around it. We cover properties on Glendene Avenue, Cobham Way and High Park Avenue. Other places close to East Horsley include West Horsley (1 mile west), Effingham (1 mile east), Ockham (2 miles north-west), East Clandon (3 miles south-west) and Ripley (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (7 miles west), Woking (7 miles north-west), Camberley (13 miles west), Epsom (8 miles north-east), Horley (13 miles south-east) and Redhill (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in East Horsley
In East Horsley, that means homes and buildings near Howard of Effingham School, The Forest and the Highlands and Duke Of Wellington Public House and the streets around them. There is a railway station in East Horsley itself: Horsley station. Nearby you will also find Send and Ripley History Society Museum (3.2 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Papercourt Marshes and Boldermere Lake.
When you need someone else
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Whether timbers meet design loads
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- A valuation or a promise of a lower price
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
What you can safely check yourself
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. In a smaller place like East Horsley, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you’re buying.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Standard and Premium surveys add the extra checks they include.
- You receive the report, with findings prioritised by urgency, so you can raise them with the seller.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Common roof problems in East Horsley
A chimney stack stands out in the wind and rain and they’re frequently the least maintained part of a roof. Pointing crumbles, flaunching cracks and flashings lift. On terraced and semi-detached homes, a stack may be shared with next door, which matters if work is needed.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Loose pots and cracked flaunching
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- A ridge or slope that dips
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
Landlords with a home close to Horsley station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Questions to ask before you book
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Their report turnaround times