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Roof Survey in Pirbright
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Pirbright and across Surrey, with plain-English findings.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Loose chimney pots
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
How a roof survey works in Pirbright
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. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. Typical surveys look at cracked or blistered flat roof coverings and valley linings that have cracked or split, across chimney stacks, lead flashings and the roof space.
In a small place like Pirbright, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Pirbright (GU24)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
We email the report to you. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Each finding is set out in plain English, with recommendations.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
What affects the price in Pirbright
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Height and safe access
- The size of the roof
- House, block, shop or office
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- When you need the report by
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What a roof survey looks like in Pirbright
The wider area around Pirbright has a long history of building, with Wanborough Manor about 4.4 miles south. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you live near a park like Burner's Heath and Swallows Pond, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. If you let a flat or house near Brookwood station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Pirbright is about 3 miles south-west of Woking, in Surrey. Bookings from Pirbright are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Pirbright is one of the towns and villages in Surrey we cover.
Here we cover the GU24 postcode area for roof surveys. We offer roof surveys to properties on Cowbridge Meadow, Gibb's Acre and Church Lane and the roads around them. You will find Pirbright on the A324, so it’s easy for us to get to. Close by, we survey roofs in Stanford Common (1 mile south), Worplesdon (2 miles south-east), Willey Green (3 miles south), Fairlands (3 miles south-east) and Normandy (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Guildford (5 miles south-east), Woking (3 miles north-east), Camberley (5 miles north-west), Farnham (9 miles south-west), Egham (10 miles north-east) and Walton-on-Thames (12 miles north-east).
What’s near Pirbright
Around Pirbright, our work takes us to homes and buildings near White Hart pub, Pirbright Village Primary School and The Winston Churchill School A Specialist Sports College, among other places. The nearest railway station is Brookwood station, roughly 0.8 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find The Museum of The National Rifle Association (1.3 miles north) and Brookwood Hospital (1.9 miles north-east). Not far away are Brookwood Lye.
Do you need a roof survey in Pirbright?
Chimneys stand exposed above the roof. Mortar crumbles, the flaunching around the pots cracks and stacks can lean. Water that gets into a stack can show up as damp in the rooms below.
People typically book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
If you live in an older home near Church of St Michael and All Angels, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What experience they bring
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What follow-up you get after the report
Pirbright: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Pirbright?
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.
Will you come out to Pirbright?
Yes. Pirbright is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. The Premium Survey adds a drone where applicable.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Pirbright?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How soon is the report ready?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. We send it by email.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Pirbright
Before you put a home on the market, it helps to know the roof’s condition. You will know what a buyer’s survey might pick up. In a small place like Pirbright, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Over 20 years’ experience
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
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The survey, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a hamlet or village like Pirbright, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- 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 the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
How to book
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.