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Roof survey in Redhill, Surrey
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Roof surveys in Redhill, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
What we do, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: 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. The visit normally takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. A typical visit in Redhill begins with the street side of the roof and then moves round the building. Rear gardens and side paths frequently give the best view of extensions and back slopes, so unlocked gates help. Then, if it can be reached safely, we look in the loft.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there is safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
How a roof survey works in Redhill
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Slate often lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, but the fixings and underlay beneath them frequently give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. Common reasons to book are debris building up in roof valleys and standing water on a flat roof, on the roof space, natural slate and chimney stacks.
Most homes in a town like Redhill are houses, so the roof is typically the owner’s to look after. Small faults, like a cracked ridge, a slipped tile or a blocked gutter, are cheaper to deal with early. The report sets out what needs attention, prioritised by urgency where relevant, whether you live in the house or let it. Photographs show you exactly what was seen, even on parts you can’t reach yourself.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Redhill (RH1, RH2)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Why get it checked now?
A small roof defect usually gets bigger. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and damp timber slowly weakens. Finding it early keeps the work smaller. In a family home in Redhill, a small roof fault lets water into places you can’t see, such as the loft insulation, the top of a wall or the roof timbers. By the time it shows inside, the job has grown.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both inc. VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Redhill
- 20+ years’ experience
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Roof surveys around Redhill
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’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. The flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome covers Redhill, or comes right up to its edge. If the drone is used for your survey, permission from the aerodrome is needed first, and the flight only goes ahead if it is given.
The streets around a church such as Saint Matthew's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. If you look after a building like St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Redhill is about 9 miles north of Crawley, in Surrey. Bookings from Redhill are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Redhill is one of the towns and villages in Surrey where we work for roof surveys. Crawley is in our area too.
Every address in RH1 and RH2 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer roof surveys to properties on High Street, Station Road and Church Road. Redhill sits on or near the A23 and A25, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Earlswood (1 mile south), Holmethorpe (1 mile north-east), Meadvale (1 mile south-west), South Earlswood (2 miles south) and South Nutfield (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (8 miles north-west), Horley (4 miles south), Ewell (9 miles north-west), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-west), Caterham (5 miles north-east) and Dorking (7 miles west). Being one of Surrey’s larger places, Redhill has every kind of building, from houses and flats to offices.
Landmarks near Redhill
We work in homes and buildings around The Carrington School, Nutfield Marshes and Dunottar School. There’s a railway station in Redhill itself: Redhill station. Nearby you’ll also find The Belfry (within half a mile north) and Surrey Fire Museum (1.2 miles west). Open spaces near Redhill include Colley Hill and Reigate Heath.
Signs you need a roof survey in Redhill
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, and rain finds any gap it can. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near The Belfry, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Before you book anyone
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What happens after the report arrives
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Let us know about past leaks
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
Your report arrives by email. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Each finding is set out in plain English, with recommendations.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. A stuffy loft collects condensation, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
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Common questions in Redhill
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Redhill station?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Are there drone restrictions around Redhill?
That depends on where the roof is and on the weather. The flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome covers Redhill, or comes right up to its edge. Before any flight there, we ask the aerodrome for permission, and the flight only goes ahead if it is given. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather, and the rest of the survey does not depend on the drone.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain doesn’t usually stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions are not right we will arrange another day with you.
How long will you be at the property?
Allow about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. We will give you an idea of timing when booking.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That’s where a survey comes in.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.