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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in South Godstone
Wondering about the roof at a property in South Godstone? We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in South Godstone and across Surrey, with plain-English findings.
- Blocked or leaking gutters
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
Pre-purchase roof survey in South Godstone
Some roofs can’t be seen well from ground level or from windows. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, and the report arrives the same day. If airspace rules or the weather rule out a flight, we’ll say so and inspect from every other safe vantage point. If you’ve noticed patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem and ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as South Godstone, older cottages, farmhouses and converted buildings often sit beside a few newer homes. Older roofs there may have clay tiles, slate, stone or, in some places, thatch. Whether you’re buying or have just had a roof replaced, each material has its own checks, and thatch is a specialist material, so we report on what can be seen. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- South Godstone (RH9)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in South Godstone
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Letting agents and landlords in South Godstone book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Why get it checked now?
Small roof defects let water in slowly. Damp can spread into timbers and ceilings before anyone sees a mark. Finding the cause at the survey stage means you know about it from day one. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like South Godstone, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in South Godstone
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Package prices that include VAT
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Local roofs and buyers in South Godstone
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Whether you’re buying or checking new roofing work, knowing the materials helps make sense of what the inspection finds. South Godstone is about 1 mile from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome. If your survey includes the drone, the exact boundary is checked for the address first.
For landlords with property near Godstone station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. With Titsey Place about 4.9 miles north-east, the area around South Godstone has a long history. Buying a period property here means asking about the roof’s age and repairs, and about any listing or conservation area.
South Godstone is about 5 miles south of Caterham, in Surrey. We visit South Godstone as part of our work across Surrey, for homes and businesses alike. Across Surrey, we cover South Godstone. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the RH9 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys and the streets around it. We cover properties on Eastbourne Road, Oaklands and Woodlands Drive and the roads around them. Other places close to South Godstone include Crowhurst Lane End (1 mile east), Anglefield Corner (1 mile south-west), Tandridge (1 mile north-east), Crowhurst (2 miles south-east) and Church Town (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Epsom (12 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles south-west), Redhill (5 miles west), Ewell (13 miles north-west), Reigate (7 miles west) and Caterham (5 miles north).
What’s near South Godstone
Around South Godstone, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Fox And Hounds Public House and Tilburstow Hill and the streets around them. There is a railway station in South Godstone itself: Godstone station. A little further out are Bletchingley Castle (2.9 miles north-west) and Haxted Watermill Museum (3.9 miles south-east). Not far away are Mercers Lake and Bay Pond.
What we look for on each type of roof
Gutters and parapets
The rainwater system keeps water off the walls. We check for blockages, leaking joints and sagging runs.
Clay and concrete tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They wear slowly, but surfaces erode and edges crack.
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Let us know your timetable
- Arrange the survey as soon as your offer is agreed
- Check the lease for roof repair responsibilities
- Share the report with your solicitor
It is worth sharing the report with your solicitor so they can raise enquiries with the seller’s side. It can prompt questions about past roof work and any paperwork for it, particularly where we’ve found patch repairs.
After you move in, have leaves and moss cleared from gutters and valleys, ideally once the leaves have dropped. Overflowing water is behind a lot of damp. Get a professional in rather than climbing up yourself.
What we are asked to look at in South Godstone
Gutter problems often look minor from the street. Overflowing water soaks walls and can rot the timber behind. Hidden gutters behind parapets or in roof valleys can send water indoors. We check them as part of the survey.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
Take an older house close to St Stephen: the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Questions to ask before you book
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Their report turnaround times
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes between one and two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Rural addresses near South Godstone can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- Once your offer is accepted, you let us know the address and when you hope to exchange.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller, including the loft.
- The visit begins outside, from ground level and any safe vantage points.
- Inside, we check the loft space and look at the roof from windows.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations before you exchange.
Before we arrive
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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South Godstone questions
Do you cover smaller places like South Godstone?
Yes. South Godstone is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in South Godstone?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. The flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome comes within about 1 mile of South Godstone. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather, and the rest of the survey does not depend on the drone.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Is a roof survey worth having alongside a home survey?
It is your choice, but the two do different jobs. A home survey looks at the whole property, and ours concentrates on the roof alone. Our survey complements a RICS survey and doesn’t replace one.
When is the best time to have the roof checked when buying?
Book as soon as your offer is agreed. The report is most useful before exchange, because after that the roof is yours to deal with.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.