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South Holmwood Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in South Holmwood, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Loose chimney pots
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
Roof surveys around South Holmwood
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. With Polesden Lacey about 5 miles north-west, South Holmwood sits in an area with a long building history. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For landlords with property near Holmwood station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Homes near green spaces such as Inholms Clay Pit can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as The Priory CofE Voluntary Aided School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
South Holmwood is about 3 miles south of Dorking, in Surrey. We carry out roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in South Holmwood and nearby. South Holmwood is one of the towns and villages in Surrey where we work. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in RH5 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets like Warwick Road, Norfolk Road and Milford Court, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Holmwood Corner (1 mile south-east), Beare Green (1 mile south), Coldharbour (2 miles south-west), Friday Street (3 miles west) and Abinger Bottom (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Guildford (11 miles west), Woking (14 miles north-west), Epsom (10 miles north), Horley (7 miles east), Redhill (7 miles north-east) and Ewell (12 miles north).
What’s near South Holmwood
In South Holmwood, that means homes and buildings near Inholms Clay Pit and The Norfolk Arms. For rail, the closest station is Holmwood station, about 0.8 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Mesolithic Museum (3.6 miles west) and Betchworth Castle (3.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Leith Hill and Vann Lake.
Roof survey in South Holmwood
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it’s safe. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We survey clay and concrete tiles, the roof space and natural slate, and common reasons people get in touch are water stains on rafters and ceiling joists and valley linings that have cracked or split.
Older buildings in small places like South Holmwood may be listed or in a conservation area. If yours is, re-roofing in different materials may need consent, so the council is the place to check. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- South Holmwood (RH5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in South Holmwood
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
File the report with your other home documents. It gives you something to compare against later, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Each report gives a record to compare against.
How the survey works
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. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Cottages and farmhouses around South Holmwood frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Advice
What affects the price in South Holmwood
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The address and postcode of the property
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
To arrange a survey, call 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.
South Holmwood: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Holmwood station?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
How do I find out if my home in South Holmwood is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How do I book a survey in South Holmwood?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We also inspect from the ground, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets, since leaks often start there.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings and valleys are where many leaks start. They get particular attention in every survey.