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Roof survey in Thames Ditton, Surrey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings around Thames Ditton, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Thames Ditton
Across London and the South East, roofs differ widely. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Each part is checked in the way that suits it. We survey natural slate, ridges, hips and valleys and lead flashings, and people most often book us about worn or blocked valleys and worn lead at chimneys and abutments.
In a smaller place like Thames Ditton, homes range from older cottages to bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are typically where the work is. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Thames Ditton (KT7)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Local roofs in Thames Ditton
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. With Hampton Court Palace about 1 mile north, Thames Ditton sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Bentall Centre, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. Take a building like Thames Ditton Junior School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you live in an older home near Church of St. Nicholas, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Thames Ditton is about 1 mile west of Surbiton, in Surrey. Thames Ditton is one of many places we visit across Surrey. Our area takes in places right across Surrey. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Every address in KT7 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include High Street, Watts Road and Ditton Close, and we cover them all. Thames Ditton is on the A307, so it’s easy for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Weston Green (1 mile south-west), Long Ditton (1 mile east), Hinchley Wood (1 mile south), Seething Wells (1 mile east) and Molesey (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (14 miles south-west), Woking (12 miles south-west), Epsom (5 miles south-east), Redhill (13 miles south-east), Ewell (4 miles south-east) and Egham (10 miles west).
Landmarks near Thames Ditton
We work in homes and buildings around Esher College, George and Dragon pub and Shrewsbury House School, among other places. Thames Ditton has its own railway station: Thames Ditton station. Nearby you will also find Metropolitan Police Mounted Branch Museum (0.8 miles west) and Tolworth Hospital (2 miles east). For a walk, there is The Wood and The Lake.
Questions from Thames Ditton
Will you come out to Thames Ditton?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Is my home in Thames Ditton listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
What does a roof survey include?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it is safe. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
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What a survey costs
To price your survey, we look at:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Building height and the viewpoints available
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. When they do, water comes straight into the house. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. In a smaller place like Thames Ditton, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing doesn’t stay loose for long. Each storm lifts it a little further.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What you get with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- 20+ years’ experience
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. A visit to a smaller place like Thames Ditton is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- 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.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Useful tips for Thames Ditton property owners
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. The photos show what we found and where, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.