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Hoe Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out roof surveys in Hoe.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
Roof surveys around Hoe
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. 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. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you own a rental within reach of Gomshall station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Historic houses like Hatchlands Park, about 4 miles north, show how far back building around Hoe goes. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. Homes near green spaces such as Colekitchen Down can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Hoe is about 5 miles west of Dorking, in Surrey. Hoe gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at what can be seen safely, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Surrey. There’s also a page for Guildford.
Every address in GU5 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You’ll find streets such as Fulvens, Pursers Lane and Crest Hill, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Hoe, we cover Sutton Abinger (1 mile east), Abinger Hammer (1 mile north), Gomshall (1 mile north), Abinger (1 mile east) and Little London (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Guildford (7 miles north-west), Woking (10 miles north-west), Camberley (15 miles north-west), Epsom (12 miles north-east), Horley (12 miles east) and Redhill (12 miles east).
Local landmarks in Hoe
In Hoe, that means homes and buildings near Colekitchen Down and The Volunteer pub and the streets around them. Hoe’s nearest station is Gomshall station, roughly 1.1 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Mesolithic Museum (1.5 miles east) and St. Luke’s Hospital (5.6 miles north-west). Not far away are Silent Pool and Leith Hill.
Roof survey in Hoe: what you get
The report is written for you, in plain language. Each defect is described with photos and a recommendation, and where it is relevant we say what’s urgent and what can wait. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. Common reasons to book are loose ridge or hip tiles and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, across natural slate, lead flashings and clay and concrete tiles.
Some older homes in villages like Hoe are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is frequently expected.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Hoe (GU5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about roof surveys in Hoe
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Hoe?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
I let a flat near Gomshall station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
How long does the visit take?
The visit normally takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
How much does a roof survey cost in Hoe?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it’s agreed before booking.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
How do I book a survey in Hoe?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Why it is worth a survey now in Hoe
If you are planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You’ll know what a buyer’s survey might pick up. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That’s one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
All our prices include VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Why us?
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Over 20 years’ experience
- A written report with photos
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- File the report with your home documents
File the report with your other home documents. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
Roof by roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles are common on older South East homes, and some have Kent peg tiles held by pegs. When pegs or battens rot, tiles slip.
Flat roof coverings
Repeated coatings can hide what’s underneath. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes an hour or two at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Somewhere like Hoe needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Related advice
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.