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Pre-purchase roof survey in Westfield, Surrey
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Westfield and across Surrey.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
How a pre-purchase roof survey works in Westfield
Book after your offer is accepted and before exchange. At that point you can still ask questions, because nothing is binding yet. We survey seven days a week, which helps when the chain is moving fast. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Common reasons to book are ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof and gutters choked with leaves and moss, on gutters and downpipes, clay and concrete tiles and lead flashings and valleys.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Westfield, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Low roofs are easier to see from the ground, but dormer cheeks, valleys and flat-roofed additions still need close attention. That applies whether you are buying in Westfield or checking a new roof there. Lead around a dormer and the edges of a flat roof are common places for snags and wear alike.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Westfield (GU22)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. If you have questions on the day, just ask. A visit to a smaller place like Westfield is no different on the day: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- Once your offer is accepted, you tell us the address and when you hope to exchange.
- Access to the house and the loft space is agreed in advance.
- The visit begins outside, from ground level and any safe vantage points.
- We then look from upstairs windows and inside the loft where it is safe.
- You get a written report with photos and recommendations before you exchange.
How to prepare
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Book a survey
For a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Westfield, call 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us give you an accurate price.
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Honest limits
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- How a seller will respond, or what the house is worth
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and downpipes
- The roof space
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
Westfield: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Westfield is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you cover smaller places like Westfield?
Yes. Westfield is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do I need a roof survey if I’m having a RICS survey?
They do different things. A home survey looks at the whole property, while ours looks only at the roof, in more detail. Our survey complements a RICS survey and doesn’t replace one.
How long does a pre-purchase roof survey take?
Allow about 1–2 hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. We will give you an idea of timing as you book.
Is your roof survey a RICS survey?
No. We survey the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS home survey. It works alongside a home survey.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Common roof problems in Westfield
The fixings and underlay frequently fail before good slates or tiles do. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails holding it rust and let slates slide. That kind of wear is common on older roofs.
Look out for signs like these:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
For landlords with property near Woking station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Before booking anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
Why act early in Westfield
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. Arranging work in a smaller place like Westfield is easier with notice than in an emergency. Knowing early gives you time to get the right people in.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Visits on any day of the week
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
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What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
For a price for your roof in Westfield, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Westfield: local notes
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Historic houses such as Clandon Park, about 4.1 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Westfield goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
The streets around a church such as St Mark's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Westfield is about 1 mile south-east of Woking, in Surrey. Westfield is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across Surrey, we cover Westfield.
Postcode districts we cover here for pre-purchase roof surveys: GU22. Streets in the area include Ash Road, Moor Lane and Loop Road. Westfield sits on or near the A247, which makes travel easy. If you are just outside Westfield, we cover Old Woking (1 mile east), Woking (1 mile north-west), Goldsworth Park (1 mile north-west), St John's (2 miles north-west) and Horsell (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Guildford (4 miles south), Camberley (8 miles west), Epsom (13 miles east), Farnham (12 miles south-west), Ewell (14 miles east) and Egham (9 miles north).
What’s near Westfield
Typical jobs here are in homes near Hoe Valley School, Hoe Valley School and Hoe Valley Linear Park and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Woking station, about 1.2 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Woking Community Hospital (1 mile north) and Guildford Castle (4.7 miles south). The countryside around Westfield includes Pewley Hill and Boldermere Lake.