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Roof Survey in Gatton
Roof surveys in Gatton, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
How a roof survey works in Gatton
Roofs vary a lot across London and South East England. If your home is a Victorian terrace, it may have Welsh slate, a butterfly roof and parapet gutters, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. Common reasons to book are worn or blocked valleys and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved, on chimney stacks, natural slate and clay and concrete tiles.
In a small place like Gatton, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Gatton (RH2, RH1)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Gatton 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. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Living close to Nutfield Marshes is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. The streets around a church such as St Andrew's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you let a flat or house near Merstham station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Gatton is about 2 miles north of Redhill, in Surrey. We provide roof surveys for homes and businesses in Gatton and the surrounding area. Our area takes in places right across Surrey, large and small. Crawley is in our area too.
All of RH2 and RH1 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Rocky Lane and Gatton Bottom. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in South Merstham (1 mile east), Holmethorpe (1 mile south-east), Merstham (1 mile north-east), Mugswell (1 mile north-west) and Redhill (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Epsom (7 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles south), Ewell (7 miles north-west), Walton-on-Thames (13 miles north-west), Caterham (4 miles north-east) and Dorking (7 miles west).
Near you in Gatton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to East Surrey College, Nutfield Marshes and St Bede's School, among other places. The closest station to Gatton is Merstham station, about 1 mile east. Other landmarks nearby include East Surrey Hospital (3.1 miles south) and The Belfry (1.6 miles south). For a walk, there is Colley Hill and Mercers Lake.
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Mention any damp patches when you book
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
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Your questions about roof surveys in Gatton
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Gatton?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. Gatton is about 2 miles from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome. We check the exact boundary for the address before flying, and if the roof falls inside it, we ask for permission first. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather, and the rest of the survey doesn’t depend on the drone.
I let a flat near Merstham station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
What do you check on a roof survey?
All the main parts of the roof: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before booking. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we’ll say so. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
A felt roof frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We check its condition and the signs of age.
Lead flashings and valleys
Most leaks begin at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. They get particular attention in every survey.
Why it is worth a survey now in Gatton
Before you put a home on the market, it helps to know the roof’s condition. You’ll know what a buyer’s survey might pick up, or at least know what to expect. Outbuildings and barns around Gatton are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What you get with us
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Prices that include VAT
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
What affects the price in Gatton
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The size of the roof
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
What we can’t see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take an hour or two at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as Gatton, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Book a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.