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Pitland Street Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for pre-purchase roof surveys in Pitland Street. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
Pre-purchase roof survey in Pitland Street: what you get
Buying a home is a big commitment, and the roof is one of the costliest parts to put right. Our pre-purchase roof survey gives you a proper look at it before you’re committed. We look at the slates or tiles, the ridges and valleys, the flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the roof space where it’s safe to get in. The findings come in a written report with photos. We’re often asked to look into a ridge or slope that dips and blocked or leaking gutters, on flat-roofed extensions and dormers, clay and concrete tiles and natural slate.
Some older homes in villages like Pitland Street are listed or sit in a conservation area. If so, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so check with the council before work starts. Whether you’re buying or signing off new roofing, it’s worth knowing where you stand, as well as what condition the roof is in. There are about 500,000 listed buildings and around 10,000 conservation areas in England.
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.
- Place
- Pitland Street (RH5)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit usually takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. Around Pitland Street, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- You choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey to suit the home you’re buying.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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What a pre-purchase roof survey does not cover
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Walls, floors, services and rooms below the roof
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- Faults hidden behind ceilings, boards or coverings
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Natural slate
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
Common questions in Pitland Street
How do I find out if my home in Pitland Street is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Pitland Street in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Pitland Street as anywhere else.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes an hour or two at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Can I use the report to negotiate on price?
Yes, you can. You’ll 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.
How soon is the report ready?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. We send it by email, with photos.
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Pitland Street
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. 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. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
If you own a rental within reach of Gomshall station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Mary The Virgins Church, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Pitland Street is about 5 miles south-west of Dorking, in Surrey. Bookings from Pitland Street are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, large and small. You can also see our page for Guildford.
We cover every part of the RH5 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on Horsham Road, Pitland Street and Holmbury Hill Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Holmbury St Mary (1 mile north), Peaslake (2 miles west), Ewhurst (3 miles south-west), Ewhurst Green (3 miles south) and Mayes Green (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns like Guildford (8 miles north-west), Woking (12 miles north-west), Epsom (12 miles north-east), Horley (10 miles east), Redhill (11 miles east) and Ewell (13 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Pitland Street
Around Pitland Street, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Hurtwood House and Wotton and Abinger Commons, among other places. The closest station to Pitland Street is Gomshall station, about 2.7 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Abinger Castle (1.2 miles north) and Mesolithic Museum (1.2 miles north). Open spaces near Pitland Street include Vann Lake and Leith Hill.
Why it is worth a survey now in Pitland Street
A good many buyers go ahead anyway, but with their eyes open. The report shows what needs doing first, and you can line up a roofer before small faults grow. For older village homes like those around Pitland Street, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Pitland Street
- Plain-English reports with photos
- An independent view of the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Pitland Street
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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 when budgeting.
Tips from our surveys
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Book once your offer is accepted
- Mention any deadline when you get in touch
- Check we will be able to get into the roof space
- Pass the findings to your conveyancer
With Standard, you get a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. If anything in the report isn’t clear, ask us.
Keep the loft ventilated. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up, wetting timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents so air can move.
Prices for pre-purchase roof surveys in Pitland Street
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The size of the roof
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking.
Getting in touch
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it is useful to mention:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.