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Roof Survey in Laleham
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Laleham and across Surrey.
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
Checking the roof from the ground
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
How a roof survey works in Laleham
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. 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. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. If you are worried about standing water on a flat roof and gutters that overflow in heavy rain, we can find out what’s behind it, on natural slate, flat roofs and chimney stacks alike.
Around Laleham, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls, and moss holds water against tiles. It is the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Plants growing from a gutter or moss on the tiles are signs worth noting from the ground.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Place
- Laleham (TW18)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Laleham
What else we do in Laleham
Roof surveys around Laleham
The wider area around Laleham has a long history of building, with Botleys Mansion about 3.4 miles south-west. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. For landlords with property near Staines station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Anyone responsible for a site like Laleham CofE VA Primary School will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Laleham is about 1 mile south-east of Staines-upon-Thames, in Surrey. We visit Laleham as part of our work across Surrey, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Guildford.
We survey roofs across the TW18 postcode area for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on Northfield Road, Willowmead and Staines Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Laleham: Littleton (1 mile south-east), Ashford (2 miles north-east), Shepperton Green (2 miles south-east), Littleton Common (2 miles east) and Charlton (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (12 miles south), Woking (8 miles south-west), Camberley (12 miles south-west), Epsom (11 miles south-east), Ewell (11 miles south-east) and Egham (3 miles west).
Around Laleham
In Laleham, that means homes and buildings near The Matthew Arnold School, Penton Park and Three Horse Shoes Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Laleham is Staines station, about 1.2 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Spelthorne Museum (1.6 miles north-west) and Ashford Hospital (2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include St Ann's Hill and Kempton Park Reservoirs.
Questions from Laleham
Are there drone restrictions around Laleham?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. Laleham is about 2 miles from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Heathrow Airport. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying, and the rest of the survey doesn’t depend on the drone.
I let a flat near Staines station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
How much does a roof survey cost in Laleham?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it’s agreed before booking.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. A visit to a smaller place like Laleham is no different on the day: we look from the ground, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. It helps to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
How to book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
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What this survey can’t tell you
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- A full building survey of the property
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Keep the report with your property records
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Mention any damp patches as you book
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Take photos of anything that changes.
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. Upstands and outlets are checked too.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded, and for flashings replaced with mortar or bitumen.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- How big the roof is
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Height and safe access
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.