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Roof survey in Banstead, Surrey
Roof surveys in Banstead from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
Landlord and commercial surveys in Banstead
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
About our roof survey in Banstead
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Slate frequently lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. If you’ve noticed gutters that overflow in heavy rain and cracked mortar along the ridge, we can find out what’s behind it, on natural slate, chimney stacks and lead flashings alike.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Banstead drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls. 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 the ground.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Banstead (SM7)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from ground level. You might pay for work that does not fix the real problem, or miss the fault that matters. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. Around Banstead, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, particularly where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book us in Banstead
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Every finding written up with photos
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
When you need someone else
It is useful to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Keep the report with your property records
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see whether anything has changed, and whether work has done its job.
Every so often, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Photograph anything new.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. They get particular attention in every survey.
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, but its nails often corrode first. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates.
Banstead: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Banstead is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
I let a flat near Banstead station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
How do I book a survey in Banstead?
Simply call 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
How quickly will I get the report?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photographs.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only when it is safe. We also use views from the ground, windows and the loft space, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
Roof surveys around Banstead
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. With Nonsuch Mansion about 2.7 miles north-west, Banstead sits in an area with a long building history. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near The Ashley Centre, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. If you live near a park such as Fames Rough, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Banstead is about 3 miles west of Coulsdon, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Banstead and the rest of Surrey. Banstead is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover. London is in our area too.
We work across SM7 for roof surveys. We offer roof surveys to properties on High Street, Glenfield Road and Highview Path and the roads around them. Being close to the A217 and A2022, Banstead is easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Woodmansterne (1 mile south-east), Shanklin Village (2 miles north), Chipstead (2 miles south-east), Little Woodcote (2 miles north-east) and Woodcote Green (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (3 miles west), Horley (10 miles south), Redhill (6 miles south), Ewell (3 miles north-west), Reigate (6 miles south) and Walton-on-Thames (10 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Banstead
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Woolpack pub, Fames Rough and Priory Preparatory School. For rail, the closest station is Banstead station, about 0.7 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Walton on the Hill (3.6 miles south-west) and The Ashley Centre (3 miles west). For a walk, there’s Colley Hill and Cuddington Meadows.
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a report with photographs, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Being in a smaller place like Banstead doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.