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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Tadworth
Wondering about the roof at a property in Tadworth? You can book a pre-purchase roof survey in Tadworth and across Surrey.
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
- A ridge or slope that dips
- Standing water on a flat extension roof
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Tadworth
Tall, steep or hidden roofs are hard to judge from the street. Our Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and, where applicable, a drone inspection, and the report arrives the same day. Where a flight isn’t possible, because of airspace rules or the weather, we tell you and look from the ground, windows and the loft instead. We survey flat-roofed extensions and dormers, clay and concrete tiles and the roof space, and the problems we are asked to look at most are slipped or missing slates and tiles and old water stains in the roof space.
Smaller places like Tadworth frequently have bungalows and cottages as well as houses, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. That applies whether you are buying in Tadworth or checking a new roof there. Snags and wear both tend to show at dormer lead work and along flat-roof edges.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- Tadworth (KT20, KT18)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Buying a home or a new roof in Tadworth
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about. Historic houses such as Fitznells Manor, about 3.9 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Tadworth goes. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
The streets around a church such as Church of the Good Shepherd are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. For landlords with property near Tadworth station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Tadworth is about 3 miles south-east of Epsom, in Surrey. Surveys in Tadworth work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Tadworth is one of the towns and villages in Surrey where we work. There is also a page for Crawley.
Postcode districts we cover here for pre-purchase roof surveys: KT20 and KT18. We cover properties on Beatrice Square, High Street and Fairacres. Nearby, we also carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Kingswood (1 mile south-east), Walton on the Hill (1 mile south-west), Lower Kingswood (2 miles south-east), Headley (2 miles south-west) and Mogador (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (15 miles west), Woking (15 miles west), Epsom (3 miles north-west), Horley (9 miles south), Redhill (5 miles south-east) and Ewell (4 miles north).
What’s near Tadworth
We work in homes and buildings around The Beacon School, Merland Rise Recreational Ground and Inn on the Green and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Tadworth station, about 0.5 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Ashley Centre (2.9 miles north-west) and Headley Court (2 miles west). The countryside around Tadworth includes Colley Hill and Cuddington Meadows.
How the survey changes by roof type
Gutters and parapets
The rainwater system keeps water off the walls. We check for blockages, leaking joints and sagging runs, along with fascias and soffits.
Chimney stacks
A leaning stack, cracked flaunching or crumbling pointing can all need work. We photograph them so you can raise them before exchange.
Before and after the survey
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Check the lease for roof repair responsibilities
- Ask whether there are papers for past roof work
- Ask the seller about past roof repairs
- Watch for stains or fresh paint on ceilings below the roof
If the report shows work is needed, you can raise it with the seller or 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.
Keep an eye on chimneys and flashings in your new home. Look for leaning pots, missing mortar and lifted lead. A pair of binoculars from the garden shows a lot.
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes an hour or two at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Tadworth is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- 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.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
Small roof defects let water in slowly. By the time a stain shows, timber or plaster may already be damp. Spotting it before you buy lets you deal with it as soon as you move in. Around Tadworth, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before you book.
Why book us in Tadworth
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
Questions from Tadworth
Is Tadworth in the area you cover?
Yes, Tadworth is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Tadworth listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
How soon is the report ready?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Let us know your timetable when you book.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Will you need to get into the loft?
Where possible, yes. The loft tells us a lot about the roof, and views from upper windows help too. Access is normally arranged through the agent or seller.
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.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
What this survey can’t tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- The condition of the rest of the house (that is a RICS home survey)
- Whether timbers meet design loads
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Natural slate
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
What affects the cost of pre-purchase roof surveys
We confirm the exact price before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.