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Pre-purchase roof survey in Headley, Surrey
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Headley from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- A ridge or slope that dips
Pre-purchase roof survey in Headley: what you get
We survey roofs for buyers in Headley and across London and the South East. Whether it’s a terrace, a semi, a detached house or a flat, we follow the same careful process. We tell you what’s sound, what needs attention and how urgent it is. We are insured for professional indemnity and public liability, with more than 20 years’ experience behind us. To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us. Typical surveys look at worn or lifted lead flashings and blocked or leaking gutters, on gutters and downpipes, lead flashings and valleys and natural slate.
Older buildings in small places like Headley may be listed or in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. Whether you are buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Headley (KT18)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Tell us your exchange date when you book
- Request records of any re-roofing
- Ask who repairs the roof under the lease
- Look for fresh paint on upstairs ceilings at viewings
With Standard, you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes a consultation in person. If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us.
After strong winds, look at the roof from the ground. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Dealing with them early keeps water out.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Headley
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the survey around it.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Chimney stacks take the brunt of the weather. We check the pots, the flaunching, the pointing and the flashings.
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Splits in a lead valley send water inside, and lead is also a target for theft.
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Headley
The wider area around Headley has a long history of building, with Polesden Lacey about 4.5 miles south-west. 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. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
For landlords with property near Tadworth station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Headley is about 2 miles south-east of Ashtead, in Surrey. Roofs in Headley get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Surrey. Headley is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover. Crawley is in our area too.
Here we cover the KT18 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. Streets in the area include Tilley Lane, Cunliffe Close and Lee Green. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Walton on the Hill (2 miles east), Tadworth (2 miles north-east), Box Hill (2 miles south), Lower Kingswood (3 miles east) and Kingswood (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Guildford (13 miles west), Woking (13 miles west), Epsom (4 miles north), Horley (9 miles south-east), Redhill (6 miles south-east) and Ewell (5 miles north).
Near you in Headley
Around Headley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Nower Wood and the streets around them. The closest station to Headley is Tadworth station, roughly 1.9 miles east. A little further out are Headley Court (0.5 miles north) and The Ashley Centre (3.3 miles north). The countryside around Headley includes Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
Why act early in Headley
Even if you go ahead regardless, knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan. The report shows what needs doing first, so you can plan work before small faults get bigger. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Headley
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Do you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Headley?
Rear extensions, dormers and garages often have flat roofs. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and standing water, blisters and splits are typical signs of ageing. They’re easy to overlook on a viewing, particularly when they’re only visible from an upper floor.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Old water stains in the loft space
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary the Virgin, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Is VAT included in the price?
What else we do in Headley
How the survey works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Older roofs in small places like Headley can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know 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.
- A date is booked on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- 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.
How to prepare
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Headley, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
FAQs for Headley
Do you cover Headley?
Yes, Headley is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Headley listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
How do I arrange a pre-purchase roof survey in Headley?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can I use the report to negotiate on price?
Yes, you can. You will have photos and a written description of each defect, so you can raise them with the seller or their agent. We cannot promise how the seller will respond.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Does your survey replace a RICS home 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.