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Roof survey in Margery, Surrey
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a roof survey in Margery and across Surrey, with plain-English findings.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Your questions about roof surveys in Margery
I let a flat near Reigate station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Margery?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it’s safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
About our roof survey in Margery
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. Common reasons to book are lifted, split or missing lead flashings and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved, across lead flashings, the roof space and clay and concrete tiles.
Somewhere as small as Margery, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it’s typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Margery (KT20)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Common roof problems in Margery
Slates and tiles often outlast the fixings that hold them. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Loose chimney pots
- Worn or blocked valleys
Homes near green spaces like Castle Grounds can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- What they will not be able to tell you
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
A felt roof often 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.
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. If a specialist is needed, we will say so.
How it works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere like Margery needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Which survey package you book
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Anything about access we should know
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
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 use the contact form whenever suits you.
Checking the roof from ground level
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Roof surveys around Margery
Older houses across Surrey frequently have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
If you run a business near The Belfry, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. If you own a rental within reach of Reigate station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Margery is about 2 miles north of Reigate, in Surrey. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Margery can all book roof surveys. We cover towns and villages across Surrey, large and small. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Every address in KT20 is covered for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Manor Lane, Margery Lane and Mint Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Margery: Mogador (1 mile west), Lower Kingswood (1 mile north-west), Reigate (2 miles south), Kingswood (2 miles north) and Walton on the Hill (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Epsom (6 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles south), Ewell (7 miles north), Walton-on-Thames (12 miles north-west), Caterham (5 miles east) and Dorking (6 miles west).
What’s near Margery
Typical jobs here are in homes near Reigate Manor Hotel, Reigate College and Castle Grounds, among other places. The nearest railway station is Reigate station, about 1.4 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include East Surrey Hospital (3.4 miles south-east) and The Belfry (2.1 miles south-east). Not far away are Colley Hill and Reigate Heath.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A full building survey of the property
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys