Surrey · London and the South East
Sheerwater Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across Sheerwater, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
About our roof survey in Sheerwater
Across London and South East England, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Every part gets the attention it needs. If you’re worried about lifted, split or missing lead flashings and blocked, sagging or leaking gutters, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like Sheerwater, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. 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.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Sheerwater (GU21)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- House, block, shop or office
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
For a price for roof surveys in Sheerwater, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Also near Sheerwater
What else we do in Sheerwater
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Sheerwater
The wider area around Sheerwater has a long history of building, with Botleys Mansion about 2.8 miles north. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Sheerwater is about 2 miles from Fairoaks Airport. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
Anyone responsible for a site like Broadmere Primary Academy will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. For landlords with property near West Byfleet station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. If you run a business near The Peacocks, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Sheerwater is about 2 miles north-east of Woking, in Surrey. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Sheerwater can all book roof surveys. Our Surrey coverage includes Sheerwater and the places around it. There is also a page for Guildford.
Here we cover the GU21 postcode area for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on Dartmouth Avenue, Dartmouth Green and Pine Grove or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to Sheerwater include Pyrford (1 mile south-east), Woodham (1 mile north-east), West Byfleet (1 mile east), Horsell (1 mile west) and Pyrford Village (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Guildford (6 miles south), Camberley (9 miles west), Epsom (11 miles east), Farnham (14 miles south-west), Ewell (12 miles east) and Egham (7 miles north).
What’s near Sheerwater
In Sheerwater, that means homes and buildings near The Bishop David Brown School, White Rose Lane and The Bishop David Brown School, among other places. Sheerwater’s nearest station is West Byfleet station, roughly 1.1 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include Woking Community Hospital (1.7 miles south-west) and The Hockey Museum (1.6 miles south-west). Open spaces near Sheerwater include Boldermere Lake and Papercourt Marshes.
When you need someone else
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- A full building survey of the property
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. They’ll see each defect and its location, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Each report gives a record to compare against.
What happens on the day
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes between one and two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Rural addresses near Sheerwater can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. 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.
- 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.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or send us an email when you are ready.
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Sheerwater: your questions answered
Are there drone restrictions around Sheerwater?
Normally it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Fairoaks Airport is about 2 miles away, so we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before any flight. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying.
Is my home in Sheerwater listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you work in Sheerwater?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes Sheerwater.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Sheerwater?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only where it’s safe to do so. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the roof space. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
What we look for on each type of roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles, particularly at the verges and ridge.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. That’s why we look at them closely.