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Roof Survey in Chiddingfold
Roof surveys in Chiddingfold, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Loose chimney pots
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead-lined valleys and gutters are common on older homes. Worn or split lead lets water straight in, and lead is a target for theft.
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, but its nails often corrode first. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted, and for clips that show past repairs.
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Chiddingfold
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, 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. Typical surveys look at standing water on a flat roof and worn lead at chimneys and abutments, on chimney stacks, natural slate and lead flashings.
In a small place like Chiddingfold, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Chiddingfold (GU8)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Other services in Chiddingfold
What a roof survey looks like in Chiddingfold
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your 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, so check with the council. In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you let a flat or house near Witley station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you look after a building such as St Mary's Church of England Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Chiddingfold is about 10 miles south of Guildford, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Chiddingfold and the rest of Surrey, as part of our work across London and the South East. Chiddingfold is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover for roof surveys. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: GU8. We offer roof surveys to properties on Pathfield, Roseneath Drive and Woodside Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Chiddingfold include Hambledon (2 miles north), Highstreet Green (2 miles east), Wormley (2 miles north), Sandhills (2 miles north-west) and Brook (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (10 miles north), Woking (14 miles north), Farnham (10 miles north-west), Dorking (15 miles north-east), Frimley (14 miles north) and Haslemere (4 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Chiddingfold
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Swan Inn, among other places. The closest station to Chiddingfold is Witley station, roughly 1.5 miles north. Nearby you will also find Haslemere and District Hospital (3.6 miles south-west). Not far away are Upper Lake and Hydon's Ball.
Chiddingfold questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Witley station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
How do I find out if my home in Chiddingfold is listed?
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.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. Our report notes any materials that might, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
How soon is the report ready?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photographs.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are checked from your side.
What we are asked to look at in Chiddingfold
Flashings seal the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Over time lead flashings split, lift or work loose, and mortar fillets crack. Lead is also a target for theft.
We are often asked to look at:
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Standing water on a flat roof
If you live in an older home near St Teresa of Avila Church, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
How we price roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- A full building survey of the property
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
Why get it checked now?
Without a survey, you’re guessing at what the roof needs. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or to a real problem being missed. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. Around Chiddingfold, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it’s left.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Chiddingfold
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Photos and a written report every time
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. It normally takes an hour or two for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Chiddingfold often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
For a price for roof surveys in Chiddingfold, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.