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Haslemere Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
A roof survey before you buy a house or flat around Haslemere, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Blocked or leaking gutters
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
- The condition of the rest of the house (that’s a RICS home survey)
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Lead flashings and valleys
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Haslemere
Many older houses carry decades of roof repairs. Corroded nails let slates slide, valley linings wear thin and chimney mortar erodes. Little of that is easy to judge from the pavement on a viewing. Our survey picks it out, with photos so you can see it for yourself. Each finding is explained in plain words, so it’s clear what it means for your purchase. Common reasons to book are standing water on a flat extension roof and blocked or leaking gutters, across chimney stacks, the roof space and gutters and downpipes.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Haslemere, many of them extended or given dormers over the years. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. That applies whether you are buying in Haslemere 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.
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
- Haslemere (GU27)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Leaning stacks, loose pots and eroded mortar are common findings. We note them with photos so you can ask about them.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiled roofs frequently last half a century or longer. Cracked, slipped or missing tiles are noted, along with odd replacement tiles that hint at earlier leaks.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Haslemere: local notes
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Christopher, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Haslemere is about 11 miles south of Aldershot, in Surrey. Haslemere gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Our Surrey coverage includes Haslemere. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
We work across GU27 for pre-purchase roof surveys. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on Church Road, High Street and Longdene Road or a nearby road, we can help. Haslemere sits on or near the A286 and A287, which makes travel easy. Other places close to Haslemere include Shottermill (1 mile west), Woolmer Hill (1 mile south-west), Hammer (1 mile west), Bramshott Chase (2 miles north-west) and Kingsley Green (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Guildford (13 miles north-east), Farnham (9 miles north), Cranleigh (11 miles east), Ash (11 miles north), Godalming (8 miles north-east) and Farncombe (9 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Haslemere
Around Haslemere, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Woolmer Hill School, The White Lion Public House and Royal School Haslemere. Haslemere has its own railway station: Haslemere station. Well-known places in the area include Haslemere and District Hospital (0.6 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Upper Lake and Lynchmere Commons.
Do you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Haslemere?
Rear extensions, dormers and garages frequently have flat roofs. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and ponding, blisters and splits are common signs of age. A buyer can easily miss them, particularly when they’re only visible from an upper floor.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Old water stains in the roof space
- A ridge or slope that dips
- Blocked or leaking gutters
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
If you let a flat or house near Haslemere station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it.
Before booking anyone
- Their report turnaround times
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
For landlords and managing agents
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 around your tenants.
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 with budgets and planning.
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The survey, step by step
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Homes around Haslemere often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- Once your offer has been accepted, you book and give us the address and your timescale.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller.
- We inspect the roof from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- We check and photograph the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations to read before exchange.
Before we arrive
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What affects the price in Haslemere
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How big the roof is
Every price we give includes 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 to tell us when you contact us
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What made you get in touch
To get a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Haslemere, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Haslemere questions
Will you come out to Haslemere?
Yes, Haslemere is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
How do I find out if my home in Haslemere is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings, and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
How do I arrange a pre-purchase roof survey in Haslemere?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Will you need to get into the loft?
Ideally, yes. The loft tells us a lot about the roof, and upstairs windows give useful views. The agent or seller can arrange entry.