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Windlesham Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Windlesham from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Blocked or leaking gutters
- Old water stains in the loft space
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
FAQs for Windlesham
Do you carry out roof surveys in Windlesham?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Windlesham as anywhere else.
Do you cover smaller places like Windlesham?
Yes. Windlesham is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do I need a roof survey if I’m having a RICS survey?
It depends on the roof and how confident you want to be. Home surveys sometimes suggest a closer look at the roof, and that’s where a roof survey helps. It doesn’t stand in for a RICS survey.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
How do I arrange a pre-purchase roof survey in Windlesham?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
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. The agent or seller can arrange entry.
Pre-purchase roof survey in Windlesham
Buying a flat brings its own roof questions. The lease decides who looks after the roof, and that is frequently not the individual flat owner. We check as much of the roof as access safely allows, and the report gives you clear points to raise with your solicitor or the managing agent. Where the building has a flat roof, it is checked as far as access allows. If you’re worried about sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes and quick fixes on flashings and valleys, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Smaller places like Windlesham often have bungalows and cottages as well as houses, 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 Windlesham or checking a new roof there. Snags and wear both tend to show at dormer lead work and along flat-roof edges.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Windlesham (GU20)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Windlesham
Rear extensions, dormers and garages often have flat roofs. A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, and ponding, blisters and splits are common signs of age. A buyer can easily miss them, because many can only be seen from an upstairs window.
Problems we come across often include:
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Gutters choked with leaves and moss
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
Landlords with a home close to Bagshot station may find that a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What the survey will not cover
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Are they insured for the work?
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Parking around Windlesham is typically easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- You get in touch after your offer is agreed, with the address and your target exchange date.
- We agree a time and how we’ll get in, including the loft.
- We check the roof from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with photos and recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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Checking the roof from the ground
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
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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.
Natural slate
On a slate roof, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all on very old roofs. Where we can see it from the loft, we say what condition it’s in.
What affects the price in Windlesham
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Height and safe access
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The roof’s overall size
- House, block, shop or office
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
To get a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Windlesham, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Windlesham
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
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.
Local roofs and buyers in Windlesham
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St John the Baptist, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are.
Windlesham is about 4 miles north-east of Camberley, in Surrey. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Windlesham can all book pre-purchase roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. We cover towns and villages across Surrey. Guildford is in our area too.
All of GU20 is covered for pre-purchase roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a pre-purchase roof survey at a property on Church Road, Finney Drive and Cooper Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Windlesham include Brick Hill (1 mile east), Lightwater (1 mile south-west), Bagshot (2 miles west), Donkey Town (2 miles south) and Broomhall (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Guildford (9 miles south-east), Woking (5 miles south-east), Camberley (4 miles south-west), Farnham (12 miles south-west), Egham (6 miles north-east) and Walton-on-Thames (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Windlesham
Around Windlesham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Sun pub, Brentmoor Heath and Gordon's School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Bagshot station, about 1.4 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Chobham Museum (2.6 miles south-east) and Heatherwood Hospital (3.3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Gracious Pond and Virginia Water Lake.