Surrey · London and the South East
Roof survey in Chilworth, Surrey
A careful look at the roof at your property in Chilworth, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
Do you need a roof survey in Chilworth?
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while rain gets into every gap. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Thomas, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Before you book anyone
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Chilworth
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Slate often lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, yet nails, battens and underlay often fail first. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. We are frequently asked to look into loose chimney pots and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone, on the roof space, natural slate and clay and concrete tiles.
In a village or hamlet like Chilworth, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are frequently old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it’s typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Chilworth (GU4)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Chilworth homes and their roofs
Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Chilworth Manor, about 0.4 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Chilworth. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you live near a park like Shalford Mill, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. Landlords with a home close to Chilworth station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Chilworth is about 3 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. We provide roof surveys for homes and businesses in Chilworth and nearby. Our Surrey coverage includes Chilworth.
Roof surveys in GU4 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer roof surveys to properties on Old Manor Gardens, Redwood Grove and Blacksmith Lane and the roads around them. Main roads around Chilworth include the A248, which makes travel easy. If you are just outside Chilworth, we cover Blackheath (1 mile south-east), East Shalford (1 mile west), Shalford (1 mile west), Broadford (2 miles west) and Abbotswood (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (3 miles north-west), Woking (7 miles north), Camberley (12 miles north-west), Epsom (14 miles north-east), Farnham (11 miles west) and Ewell (15 miles north-east).
Near you in Chilworth
We work in homes and buildings around The Percy Arms, St Peter's Catholic School and Shalford Mill. Chilworth has its own railway station: Chilworth station. A little further out are Guildford House (2.2 miles north-west) and Guildford Castle (2.1 miles north-west). The countryside around Chilworth includes Silent Pool and St Martha's Hill.
Chilworth questions
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Chilworth station?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Chilworth?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so the freeholder or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
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.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Somewhere like Chilworth needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Read more
How we price roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How big the roof is
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Booking your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Tips that help
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- File the report with your home documents
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. It’s a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Places near Chilworth
Other services in Chilworth
DIY checks: what’s safe
A lot can be seen from ground level. 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: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.