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Downside Roof Survey
Roof surveys in Downside, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Roof survey in Downside
There is no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, others want a check before selling or after years without one. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: a careful look, then a clear written report. Visits run seven days a week, so it is easy to find a day that suits. We survey lead flashings, flat roofs and clay and concrete tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are leaning or weathered chimney stacks and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Downside (KT11)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen. The survey typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere as small as Downside, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Let us know about parking before the day
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Why it is worth a survey now in Downside
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. An overflow there sends water indoors. We look at them before they cause trouble. Older and listed buildings around Downside may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
When to book a survey in Downside
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable roofing membranes came into use in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs frequently have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Torn or sagging felt lets water through.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Torn or sagging underlay
Historic houses like Byfleet Manor, about 2.7 miles north-west, show how far back building around Downside goes. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which limits apply to the survey
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Different roofs, different checks
Concrete interlocking tiles
Many post-war houses have concrete interlocking tiles. They last well, but their surface erodes slowly, and they can crack.
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at. Leaning stacks and loose pots are recorded.
Your questions about roof surveys in Downside
Do you cover smaller places like Downside?
Yes, Downside is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Can a landlord with a rental near Cobham & Stoke Dabernon station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
How long does the visit take?
On site, it normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Report times depend on the package.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions are not right, we will talk to you about another date.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We don’t put a figure on it, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Downside
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. 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. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For landlords with property near Cobham & Stoke Dabernon station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Matthew's CofE Aided Infant School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Downside is about 4 miles west of Leatherhead, in Surrey. Wherever you are in Downside, we can come and survey your property. Our area takes in places right across Surrey. There is also a page for Guildford.
All of KT11 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Downside Common, Downsview Close and Deacon Close, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Downside, we cover Hatchford (1 mile west), Martyr's Green (1 mile south-west), Hatchford End (2 miles west), Whiteley Village (3 miles north) and Wisley (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (8 miles south-west), Woking (7 miles west), Camberley (14 miles west), Epsom (6 miles east), Horley (14 miles south-east) and Redhill (12 miles south-east).
Around Downside
Around Downside, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Plough Public House and Parkside School, among other places. The closest station to Downside is Cobham & Stoke Dabernon station, roughly 1 mile north-east of the centre. A little further out are Epsom Cottage Hospital (5.1 miles north-east) and Send and Ripley History Society Museum (3.8 miles west). The countryside around Downside includes Jubilee Wood and Boldermere Lake.
What this survey can’t tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- The condition of the rest of the building (that’s a RICS home survey)
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Leave roof access to professionals
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. It is a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Each report gives a record to compare against.