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Roof survey in Ewell, Surrey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Ewell, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Roof survey in Ewell: what you get
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. 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. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. We survey flat roofs, lead flashings and natural slate, and the problems we are asked to look at most are water stains on rafters and ceiling joists and flashings that have come away from the wall.
Semis and terraces in a town like Ewell share roof details with the neighbours. A shared chimney stack or a gutter run across two houses means a defect may sit partly on someone else’s property. We can only inspect what we have access to, so shared parts are reported as far as they can safely be seen. It helps to mention any shared stacks or gutters when booking.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Ewell (KT19, KT17, SM2)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
We check the stack itself, and it isn’t a flue or gas safety check. If a specialist is needed, we will say so.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Ridge and verge mortar on concrete tile roofs can crack and fall away. Loose ridges and gaps in the mortar are recorded.
What affects the price in Ewell
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Roof area
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- House, block, shop or office
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Ewell: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Ewell West station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
How do I find out if my home in Ewell is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Where it is safe, yes. We also inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
What does a roof survey include?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the loft space where there’s safe access. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
What you can safely check yourself
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Useful tips for Ewell property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. They’ll see each defect and its location, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
When to book a survey in Ewell
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.
Look out for signs like these:
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Loose chimney pots
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
Take a building like St Clement's Catholic Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
What a roof survey looks like in Ewell
Historic houses such as Fitznells Manor, about 0.2 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Ewell goes. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Living close to Hogsmill LNR is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Landlords with a home close to Ewell West station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Ewell is about 10 miles south of Kensington, in Surrey. We survey roofs in Ewell and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in KT19, KT17 and SM2 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on London Road, High Street and Church Road or a nearby road, we can help. Ewell is on the A24 and A232, which makes it simple to reach. We also cover the places around Ewell: Stoneleigh (1 mile north-east), Cuddington (1 mile east), Epsom (1 mile south-west), Worcester Park (1 mile north) and North Looe (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Woking (14 miles west), Horley (13 miles south), Redhill (9 miles south-east), Egham (14 miles north-west), Reigate (8 miles south) and Walton-on-Thames (7 miles west). As one of the bigger places in Surrey, Ewell has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Near you in Ewell
In Ewell, that means homes and buildings near Blenheim High School, King William IV Public House and Hogsmill LNR. There is a railway station in Ewell itself: Ewell West station. Nearby you’ll also find Chessington Castle Hill (1.6 miles west) and St. Ebba's Hospital (0.9 miles west). Not far away are Tolworth Court Farm Fields and The Lake.
How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. The survey usually takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. For a visit in Ewell, we need access to the loft, any rooms with leaks or stains, and the outside of the building. Mention gates, side passages and anything at the back. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
How to book
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.