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Earlswood Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Earlswood, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Standing water on a flat roof
Roof survey in Earlswood
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where applicable, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. If you’re worried about worn lead at chimneys and abutments and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, we can find out what’s behind it.
Around Earlswood, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention. Nails and battens under older coverings frequently give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Earlswood (RH1, RH2)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Earlswood property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It helps you see whether anything has changed.
Look at your roof from ground level after strong winds. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
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What a roof survey looks like in Earlswood
The flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome covers Earlswood, or comes right up to its edge. Where the drone is part of the survey, we ask the aerodrome for permission first, and only fly if it is given. 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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you own a rental within reach of Earlswood (Surrey) station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near The Belfry, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Earlswood is about 1 mile south of Redhill, in Surrey. We provide roof surveys for homes and businesses in Earlswood. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Crawley is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: RH1 and RH2. Local streets include Brook Road, Ifold Road and Emlyn Road, and we cover them all. Being close to the A23, Earlswood is simple for us to get to. If you are just outside Earlswood, we cover Meadvale (1 mile west), Redhill (1 mile north), South Earlswood (1 mile south), South Nutfield (2 miles east) and Holmethorpe (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Epsom (9 miles north-west), Horley (3 miles south), Ewell (9 miles north-west), Walton-on-Thames (15 miles north-west), Caterham (5 miles north-east) and Dorking (7 miles west).
Around Earlswood
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Flying Scud pub, Reigate School and Dunottar School and the streets around them. Earlswood has its own railway station: Earlswood (Surrey) station. A little further out are The Belfry (0.9 miles north) and Surrey Fire Museum (1.5 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Colley Hill and Reigate Heath.
Can I check my roof myself?
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Common questions in Earlswood
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Earlswood?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Earlswood is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome. Before any flight there, we ask the aerodrome for permission, and the flight only goes ahead if it’s given. High wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Earlswood (Surrey) station?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the building.
How long does the visit take?
On site, it usually takes about one to two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
When will the report arrive?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It doesn’t include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
We look at the stack itself, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. If a specialist is needed, we’ll say so.
Flat roof coverings
A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We look at how the covering is wearing.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Earlswood
Landlords, agents and building managers in Earlswood and across Surrey can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
How the survey works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. A visit to Earlswood is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. Tell us about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
When to book a survey in Earlswood
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building, especially near trees.
Look out for signs like these:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Anyone responsible for a site like St John's Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Before you book anyone
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What follow-up you get after the report