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East Horsley Roof Survey
Roof surveys in East Horsley from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Standing water on a flat roof
How a roof survey works in East Horsley
We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where it applies, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. If you’ve noticed leaking gutter joints and downpipes and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, natural slate and clay and concrete tiles alike.
In a smaller place like East Horsley, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are usually where the work is. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Where
- East Horsley (KT24, KT11)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
Before and after the survey
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Let us know about past leaks
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. The photos show what we found and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take an hour or two on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Being in a smaller place like East Horsley does not change how the visit works: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- 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.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Advice
Roof surveys around East Horsley
Historic houses like Hatchlands Park, about 2.3 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around East Horsley goes. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. 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 Horsley station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. The streets around a church like Church of St Martin are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
East Horsley is about 5 miles west of Leatherhead, in Surrey. In East Horsley, as across Surrey, every roof gets the same careful survey. East Horsley is one of the places in Surrey where we work for roof surveys. You can also see our page for Guildford.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: KT24 and KT11. Streets in the area include Glendene Avenue, Cobham Way and High Park Avenue, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include West Horsley (1 mile west), Effingham (1 mile east), Ockham (2 miles north-west), East Clandon (3 miles south-west) and Ripley (3 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (7 miles west), Woking (7 miles north-west), Camberley (13 miles west), Epsom (8 miles north-east), Horley (13 miles south-east) and Redhill (12 miles east).
What’s near East Horsley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Howard of Effingham School, The Forest and the Highlands and Duke Of Wellington Public House. There’s a railway station in East Horsley itself: Horsley station. Well-known places in the area include Send and Ripley History Society Museum (3.2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Papercourt Marshes and Boldermere Lake.
What we are asked to look at in East Horsley
A chimney stack takes more weather than almost any other part of a roof. Pointing erodes, flaunching cracks and pots work loose. Water that gets into a stack can show up as damp in the rooms below.
People typically book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
If you look after a building such as The Raleigh School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before booking anyone
- How soon the report will arrive
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. We’ll tell you if the flue needs a specialist.
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Cracks in a lead valley can send water into the roof.
Questions from East Horsley
How do I find out if my home in East Horsley is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you cover smaller places like East Horsley?
Yes, East Horsley is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
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.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft, and Premium includes a drone where applicable.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as an exact number, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
How long does a roof survey take?
It usually takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Report times depend on the package.
What affects the price in East Horsley
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
- Height and safe access
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Anything about access we should know
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.