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Pre-purchase roof survey in Mytchett, Surrey
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. Pre-purchase roof surveys in Mytchett, with photos and a clear written report.
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in Mytchett
Book after your offer is accepted and before exchange. That is when the findings are most useful, because nothing is binding yet. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when a sale is moving quickly. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. We survey flat-roofed extensions and dormers, chimney stacks and lead flashings and valleys, and people most often book us about gaps where slates or tiles have come loose and worn or lifted lead flashings.
In a smaller place like Mytchett, homes are mostly houses and bungalows, from older cottages to more recent builds. In older homes, the slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens and underlay holding them. Whether you are buying or have just had the roof replaced, that hidden layer is worth knowing about. Breathable membranes only appeared in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt or nothing at all.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Mytchett (GU16)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What happens if roof problems are left?
It is tempting to skip the roof to keep a sale moving. We visit on any day of the week, and the Premium Survey report arrives the same day, which helps it fit around your exchange date. With lower homes, common in places like Mytchett, there is little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why us?
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- PI and public liability insurance
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Useful tips for Mytchett property owners
Getting the most from a pre-purchase roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Find out whether the roof has been replaced or patched
- Don’t leave it until just before exchange
- Watch for stains or fresh paint on ceilings below the roof
- Ask the agent to check the loft hatch can be opened
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Each defect is explained in plain words, with recommendations prioritised by urgency where relevant.
Keep the loft ventilated. Condensation in a roof space can look like a leak and can damage timbers over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents so air can move.
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Mytchett: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Mytchett is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Mytchett?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
At what stage of buying should I get the roof surveyed?
After your offer is accepted and before you exchange contracts. That gives you time to use the findings, whether that means asking questions or negotiating.
How long will you be at the property?
The visit normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. We will give you an idea of timing when you book.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Where it’s safe, yes. Much of the inspection is done from ground level, from windows and from the loft space. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
What we cannot see
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Whether the price should change, which is between you and the seller
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Natural slate
How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It normally takes between one and two hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. A visit to a smaller place like Mytchett is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- 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.
- Standard and Premium surveys add the extra checks they include.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Book a survey
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
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What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How big the roof is
- Height and safe access
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Buying a home or a new roof in Mytchett
The wider area around Mytchett has a long history of building, with Wanborough Manor about 4.9 miles south-east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Andrew, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. For landlords with property near Farnborough North station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Mytchett is about 2 miles south of Frimley, in Surrey. Mytchett is one of many places we visit across Surrey. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Guildford page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the GU16 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as Wynfields, Coleford Close and Burgess Close, all of which we cover. Being close to the B3411, Mytchett is simple for us to get to for pre-purchase roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include North Camp (1 mile south-west), Ash Vale (2 miles south), Farnborough (2 miles west), Cove (3 miles west) and Southwood (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (7 miles south-east), Woking (7 miles east), Camberley (3 miles north), Farnham (6 miles south-west), Egham (12 miles north-east) and Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-east).
What’s near Mytchett
Around Mytchett, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Henry Tyndale School, Prince of Wales pub and Sixth Form College, among other places. Other local landmarks include Frimley Lodge Park (0.6 miles north) and National Aerospace Library (1.4 miles west). For rail, the closest station is Farnborough North station, about 1.1 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Frimley Park Hospital (2 miles north) and Royal Army Dental Corps Historical Museum (1.8 miles south-west). The countryside around Mytchett includes Danger Hill and Aunt's Pool.