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Roof survey in Ash Vale, Surrey
Roof surveys in Ash Vale, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
About our roof survey in Ash Vale
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. We look at the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, along with the loft where it is safe to get in. You get a written report with photos and recommendations. Where it is relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. If you’ve noticed ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and worn or blocked valleys, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Ash Vale drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below, and moss holds water against tiles. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from ground level.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Ash Vale (GU12, GU14)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets, since leaks often start there.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
FAQs for Ash Vale
Is my home in Ash Vale listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. 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.
Can a landlord with a rental near Ash Vale station book a roof survey?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
How do I book a survey in Ash Vale?
Simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
How long does a roof survey take?
Allow about one to two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. We’ll give you an idea of timing when booking.
Do you work in Ash Vale?
Yes. Ash Vale is part of the area we cover.
Ash Vale homes and their roofs
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. With Wanborough Manor about 3.6 miles south-east, Ash Vale sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take a building like Shawfield Primary School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you live in an older home near St Mary's Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Living close to Ramillies Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Ash Vale is about 2 miles north-east of Aldershot, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Ash Vale, we can survey the roof. Ash Vale is one of the places in Surrey where we work. Guildford is in our area too.
Here we cover the GU12 and GU14 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Station Road East, Station Road West and Waverley Drive or anywhere close by, we can help. With the B3165 and B3166 close by, Ash Vale is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Ash (1 mile south), North Camp (1 mile north-west), Mytchett (2 miles north), Ash Green (2 miles south-east) and Aldershot (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (7 miles east), Woking (7 miles north-east), Camberley (5 miles north), Farnham (5 miles south-west), Egham (14 miles north-east) and Frimley (3 miles north).
What’s near Ash Vale
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ramillies Park, The Swan pub and National Aerospace Library and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Ash Vale station, about 0.5 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Frimley Park Hospital (3.8 miles north) and Farnham Castle (4.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Ash Vale include Aunt's Pool and Ash Ranges.
How it works
Before we start, tell us 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. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Being in a smaller place like Ash Vale doesn’t change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Ash Vale
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
To price your survey, we check:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
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When you need someone else
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- A full building survey of the property
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
Why it is worth a survey now in Ash Vale
A small roof defect normally gets bigger. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and damp timber slowly weakens. Catching it early means less to put right. Around Ash Vale, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, particularly where trees overhang. It is easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why us?
- Prices that include VAT
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Every finding written up with photos
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.