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Roof Survey in South Merstham
A careful look at the roof at your property in South Merstham, with photos and a written report.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
About our roof survey in South Merstham
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, such as moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Every package includes a written report. If you’ve noticed worn lead at chimneys and abutments and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a smaller place like South Merstham, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are typically where the work is. The fixings under an older roof frequently fail before good slates or tiles do.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Where
- South Merstham (RH1)
- Region
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We check how the covering is wearing.
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Cracks in a lead valley can send water into the roof.
South Merstham questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in South Merstham?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Are there drone restrictions around South Merstham?
Usually it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. South Merstham is about 1 mile from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. Strong wind or heavy rain also stops a small drone flying, and the rest of the survey does not depend on the drone.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it usually takes about one to two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Report times depend on the package.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It doesn’t include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain does not normally stop a survey. 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.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We do not put a figure on it, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. If you have questions on the day, just ask. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around South Merstham, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we cannot get to. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- 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.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
How to book
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Look at your roof from the ground after strong winds. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
Surveys for landlords and agents in South Merstham
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in South Merstham. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Why get it checked now?
If you’re planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them. In an older home around South Merstham, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, which is far harder to put right than the roof fault itself.
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before you book.
Why book us in South Merstham
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 20+ years’ experience
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Roof surveys around South Merstham
South Merstham is about 1 mile from the edge of the flight restriction zone around Redhill Aerodrome. If the drone is used for your survey, the exact boundary is checked for the address first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near The Belfry, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. For an older house near a landmark like All Saints', corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
South Merstham is about 2 miles north-east of Redhill, in Surrey. We carry out roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in South Merstham. Across Surrey, we cover South Merstham. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: RH1. Local streets include Station Road South, London Road South and Station Road. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Merstham (1 mile north), Holmethorpe (1 mile south-west), Gatton (1 mile west), Nutfield (2 miles south-east) and Redhill (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Epsom (7 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles south), Ewell (8 miles north-west), Reigate (3 miles south-west), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-west) and Caterham (3 miles north-east).
Landmarks near South Merstham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Merstham Park School, Nutfield Marshes and East Surrey College and the streets around them. South Merstham has its own railway station: Merstham station. Other landmarks nearby include Bletchingley Castle (2.3 miles south-east) and The Belfry (1.7 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Colley Hill and Mercers Lake.
Do you need a roof survey in South Merstham?
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Strong gusts work at anything that isn’t firmly fixed, while rain gets into every gap. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
Problems we come across often include:
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
If you let a flat or house near Merstham station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Before booking anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report