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Pre-purchase roof survey in Horton, Surrey
A roof survey before you buy a house or flat in Horton. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Horton
We survey roofs for buyers in Horton and across London and the South East. From terraced and semi-detached homes to detached houses and flats, the roof gets the same careful look. The report says what’s in good order, what isn’t and what to deal with first. We’re insured for professional indemnity and public liability, with more than 20 years’ experience behind us. To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us. Common reasons to book are sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes and chimney mortar that has eroded, across lead flashings and valleys, natural slate and chimney stacks.
Somewhere as small as Horton, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Horton (KT19, KT9)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs, sent to you by email. On timing, it typically takes about one to two hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. In a small place like Horton, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- Once your offer has been accepted, you book and give us the address and your timescale.
- We agree a time and how we will get in, including the loft.
- We inspect the roof from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Each part of the roof is examined and photographed.
- We email a report with photographs and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Horton
Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Historic houses such as Fitznells Manor, about 1.7 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Horton goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary the Virgin, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Horton is about 1 mile north-west of Epsom, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Horton, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Surrey, we cover Horton. London is in our area too.
Here we cover the KT19 and KT9 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on Horton Lane, Oakwood Avenue and Jenner Way or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Chessington (1 mile north), Epsom (1 mile south-east), Ewell (2 miles east), Old Malden (2 miles north-east) and Stoneleigh (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (14 miles south-west), Woking (12 miles west), Horley (13 miles south-east), Redhill (9 miles south-east), Egham (12 miles north-west) and Reigate (9 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Horton
We work in homes and buildings around Chessington Community College, Horton Country Park and Kingswood House School and the streets around them. Horton’s nearest station is Chessington South station, roughly 0.9 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Epsom Cluster (0.6 miles south-east) and Cockney Museum (2.1 miles north-east). Not far away are Bonesgate Open Space and The Lake.
Honest limits
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Whether timbers meet design loads
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings and valleys
- The roof space
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Clay and concrete tiles
What affects the cost of pre-purchase roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The size of the roof
- House, block, shop or office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
We will typically ask about:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
- 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 Horton, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Questions from Horton
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Horton?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Horton?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Is your roof survey a RICS survey?
No. We survey the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS home survey. It complements one rather than replacing it.
How long will you be at the property?
It usually takes about one to two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
When is the best time to have the roof checked when buying?
The sooner after your offer is accepted, the better. The report is most useful before exchange, because after that the roof is yours to deal with.
How do I arrange a pre-purchase roof survey in Horton?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Horton
Gutter problems frequently look minor from the street. Overflowing water soaks walls and can rot the timber behind. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the house. We check them as part of the survey.
Common reasons to book include:
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
If you let a flat or house near Chessington South station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Will the report include photos?
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Find out whether the roof has been replaced or patched
- Ask for any paperwork for recent roof work
- Give your solicitor a copy of the report
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
With the findings in hand, you can talk to the seller or their agent. Some buyers ask for repairs before completion, others ask for a change to the price. The outcome is between you and the seller.
Chimneys and flashings need watching. Watch for gaps in the pointing, cracked flaunching and loose lead. A pair of binoculars from the garden shows a lot.