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Mayford Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Wondering about the roof at a property in Mayford? We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Mayford and across Surrey.
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
Local roofs and buyers in Mayford
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Older houses across Surrey frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whether you are buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds.
If you let a flat or house near Worplesdon station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. If you live in an older home near St Mark's Church, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Mayford is about 1 mile south of Woking, in Surrey. We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Mayford and nearby. Mayford is one of the places in Surrey where we work for pre-purchase roof surveys.
All of GU22 is within our area for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Moor Lane, Egley Road and Bonsey Lane. Close by, we survey roofs in Pyle Hill (1 mile south-west), Sutton Green (1 mile south), Send (2 miles east), Jacobs Well (2 miles south) and Send Marsh (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Guildford (3 miles south), Camberley (7 miles west), Epsom (13 miles east), Farnham (12 miles south-west), Ewell (14 miles east) and Egham (9 miles north).
Near you in Mayford
In Mayford, that means homes and buildings near Hoe Valley School, Mayford Meadows and Hoe Valley School. Mayford’s nearest station is Worplesdon station, about 0.9 miles south-west. A little further out are The Peacocks (1.7 miles north) and Woking Community Hospital (1.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Pewley Hill and Papercourt Marshes.
Pre-purchase roof survey in Mayford: what you get
If you are buying a flat, the roof may well be shared. The lease decides who looks after the roof, and that is often not the individual flat owner, with costs often passed on through the service charge. We inspect what access allows us to see safely, and the report gives you clear points to raise with your solicitor or the managing agent. Where the building has a flat roof, it is checked as far as access allows. We survey clay and concrete tiles, flat-roofed extensions and dormers and the roof space, and common reasons people get in touch are gaps where slates or tiles have come loose and chimney mortar that has eroded.
Older buildings in small places like Mayford 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. For a buyer or someone with a newly finished roof, it’s worth knowing which applies. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Mayford (GU22)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Gutters and downpipes
- The roof space
Towns and villages near Mayford
What else we do in Mayford
Signs you need a pre-purchase roof survey in Mayford
Flat roofs turn up on extensions, dormers, porches and garages. Felt flat roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, and ponding, blisters and splits are common signs of age. They’re easy to overlook on a viewing, particularly when they’re only visible from an upper floor.
Look out for signs like these:
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
- Old water stains in the loft space
Clandon Park lies about 4 miles south-east, so building around Mayford goes back a long way. If you are buying an older home nearby, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- When you will get the report
- Will the report include photos?
Questions from Mayford
Is Mayford in the area you cover?
Yes, Mayford is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How do I find out if my home in Mayford is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run seven days a week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Is your roof survey a RICS survey?
No. We survey the roof, not the whole building, and it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It works alongside a home survey.
Can I use the report to negotiate on price?
Yes. Buyers use the findings to ask questions, ask for repairs before completion or ask for a price change. What the seller agrees to is their decision, so we can’t promise any saving.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll recommend the right survey. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Why get it checked now?
It is tempting to skip the roof to keep a sale moving. We visit seven days a week, and a Premium report comes the same day, so it can fit around a tight timetable. Older and listed buildings around Mayford may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why book us in Mayford
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Photographs and a written report every time
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Mayford
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Ask for any paperwork for recent roof work
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
- Ask when the roof was last worked on
- Ask for loft access on the day
With the findings in hand, you can talk to the seller or their agent. You might ask for the work to be done before completion, or ask to adjust the price. The outcome is between you and the seller.
After strong winds, look at the roof from ground level. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles and debris on the ground are signs to act on. Small repairs done quickly stop bigger problems later.
The survey, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Around Mayford, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know about parking before the day
How to book
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.