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Roof Survey in Shipley Bridge
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Shipley Bridge. We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
What this survey can’t tell you
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- A full building survey of the property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
Roof survey in Shipley Bridge: what you get
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, others want a check before selling or after years without one. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. If you are worried about standing water on a flat roof and worn lead at chimneys and abutments, we can find out what’s behind it, on clay and concrete tiles, natural slate and chimney stacks alike.
Somewhere as small as Shipley Bridge, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
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
- Shipley Bridge (RH6)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Shipley Bridge
Before you put a home on the market, it helps to know the roof’s condition. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them. Around Shipley Bridge, older homes often have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you’d like to know.
Why us?
- An independent look at the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
FAQs for Shipley Bridge
Is my home in Shipley Bridge listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Is drone flying allowed in Shipley Bridge?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Shipley Bridge is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around Gatwick Airport. Before any flight there, we ask the airport for permission, and the flight only goes ahead if it’s given. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing isn’t part of our service. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Do you work in Shipley Bridge?
Yes. We survey roofs in Shipley Bridge and the rest of Surrey. To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to.
Roof by roof
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and South East England. Widespread slipping normally points to corroded nails, which we describe in the report.
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets.
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date.
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
How it works
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. The visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around Shipley Bridge can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Book a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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Shipley Bridge homes and their roofs
The flight restriction zone around Gatwick Airport covers Shipley Bridge, or comes right up to its edge. If the drone is used for your survey, permission from the airport is needed first, and the flight only goes ahead if it is given. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
If you let a flat or house near Gatwick Airport station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Take a building like Forge Wood Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you live near a park like Worth Park Gardens, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Shipley Bridge is about 2 miles south-east of Horley, in Surrey. We visit Shipley Bridge as part of our work across Surrey. Across Surrey, we cover Shipley Bridge.
Every address in RH6 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Antlands Lane, Antlands Lane East and Peeks Brook Lane. Other places close to Shipley Bridge include Burstow (1 mile north-east), Fernhill (1 mile north), Tinsley Green (1 mile south-west), Copthorne (1 mile south-east) and Forge Wood (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Epsom (14 miles north-west), Redhill (6 miles north), Ewell (15 miles north), Reigate (7 miles north-west), Caterham (10 miles north) and Dorking (10 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Shipley Bridge
In Shipley Bridge, that means homes and buildings near Oakwood School, Worth Park Gardens and The Gatwick School. Shipley Bridge’s nearest station is Gatwick Airport station, about 1.2 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Effingham Park Motor Museum (2.1 miles east) and County Mall (3.2 miles south-west). Open spaces near Shipley Bridge include Hedgecourt Lake.
Also near Shipley Bridge
What else we do in Shipley Bridge
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- File the report with your home documents
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Every so often, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Photograph anything new.