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Roof survey in Headley, Surrey
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Headley. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
About our roof survey in Headley
Our roof surveys cover Headley and the wider South East. We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and bring 20+ years’ experience. Each survey ends with a written report, emailed with photographs and recommendations. Houses, flats and commercial buildings all follow the same careful process. To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Typical surveys look at lifted, split or missing lead flashings and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone, across lead flashings, flat roofs and clay and concrete tiles.
In a village or hamlet like Headley, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Headley (KT18)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect what can be seen safely, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Rural addresses near Headley can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 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 is safe access.
- We email a report with photographs and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking before the day
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know where you stand. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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Why it’s worth a survey now in Headley
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. A survey sets a baseline, which makes later changes easy to spot. For older village homes like those around Headley, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Headley
- Package prices that include VAT
- An independent look at the roof
- Photographs and a written report every time
- PI and public liability insurance
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Headley questions
I let a flat near Tadworth station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Headley listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, like serious sagging, we’ll say so. We don’t provide structural calculations.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are checked from your side.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
How soon is the report ready?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you as you book.
What we’re asked to look at in Headley
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Loose chimney pots
Anyone responsible for a site like St Andrew's Catholic School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Which limits apply to the survey
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
- File the report with your home documents
- Photograph stains when they appear
File the report with your other home documents. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Roof surveys around Headley
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Shop and office owners around The Ashley Centre may find that a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. Living close to Nower Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Headley is about 2 miles south-east of Ashtead, in Surrey. Roofs in Headley get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Surrey. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across KT18 for roof surveys. We cover properties on Tilley Lane, Cunliffe Close and Lee Green. Other places close to Headley include Walton on the Hill (2 miles east), Tadworth (2 miles north-east), Box Hill (2 miles south), Lower Kingswood (3 miles east) and Kingswood (3 miles east). Further out, we also cover Guildford (13 miles west), Woking (13 miles west), Epsom (4 miles north), Horley (9 miles south-east), Redhill (6 miles south-east) and Ewell (5 miles north).
Landmarks near Headley
Typical jobs here are in homes near Nower Wood, among other places. Headley’s nearest station is Tadworth station, about 1.9 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Headley Court (0.5 miles north) and The Ashley Centre (3.3 miles north). Open spaces near Headley include Box Hill and Reigate Heath.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Headley
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Headley. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
More services for Headley
Can I check my roof myself?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.