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Flat Roof Survey in Clare Market
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Clare Market. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Cracked or split membrane
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
Tips from our surveys
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Check ceilings under the roof for damp patches
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
If anything in the report is not clear, just ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Clear leaves and silt from outlets and gutters, above all in autumn. Water that can drain away does far less harm than water that sits.
About our flat roof survey in Clare Market
Each type of flat roof has its own weak points. Felt can blister and crack, asphalt can craze and split, EPDM seams and laps can lift, and GRP can crack where boards meet or at the trims. On PVC and TPO single-ply roofs, we look closely at the welded laps, edges and fixings. Knowing what you have and how it’s doing helps you plan what comes next. If you are worried about a sagging deck under the covering and raised blisters across the surface, we can find out what’s behind it, on upstands and outlets, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass alike.
On a London roof terrace or a flat roof over a back addition, water often runs under the covering before it shows. Upstands against parapets, outlets and the edge where flat meets pitched are common entry points. In a block or conversion in Clare Market, the flat roof is often a shared part of the building.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Location
- Clare Market (WC2H, W1D, WC2B)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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What affects the price in Clare Market
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
We will normally ask about:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- When you need the report by
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Flat roof surveys in Clare Market: local notes
Historic houses such as Dr Johnson's House, about 0.4 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Clare Market goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. There are several hotels within about a mile and a half of Clare Market. If you look after one, a leak through a flat roof can put a room out of use.
Shop and office owners around Gabriel's Wharf may find that flat roofs over shops and units are easy to forget until water comes through a ceiling. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Clement Danes CofE Primary School, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks.
Clare Market is about 1 mile south of St Pancras, in Greater London. From houses to flats and shops in Clare Market, we can survey the roof. Clare Market is one of the places in Greater London we cover for flat roof surveys.
Every address in WC2H, W1D and WC2B is covered for flat roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Drury Lane, New Square and Old Square. Being close to the A4 and A301, Clare Market is simple for us to get to for flat roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Aldwych (1 mile south), Temple Bar (1 mile east), Covent Garden (1 mile south-west), Temple (1 mile south-east) and Seven Dials (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (13 miles west), Stockwell (3 miles south) and Orpington (13 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Clare Market
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Lincoln's Inn Fields, London Nautical School and LSE Shaw Library and the streets around them. Also close by are Ye Old White Horse pub (under half a mile north) and Mercers' School (within half a mile north-east). Clare Market’s nearest station is London Charing Cross station, roughly 0.6 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include St Philip's Hospital (within half a mile north-west) and Montfichet's Tower (0.7 miles east). The countryside around Clare Market includes Ludgate Hill and St. James's Park Lake.
Can I check my roof myself?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and built-up roofs
A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, though quality and upkeep make a big difference. We record how yours is doing and where it is weakest.
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. They’re inspected from safe positions and recorded with photographs.
How it works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Surveys in Clare Market can be booked for any day of the week. London parking is often by permit or pay-and-display, so it’s useful to know what’s near you, and to clear a path to the loft hatch. Upstairs rooms at the back are useful too, as they often give the best view of a rear addition.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
How to book
For a price for flat roof surveys in Clare Market, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Clare Market
A buyer’s general survey frequently recommends a closer look at a flat roof. Building owners and managing agents book to plan maintenance, or before a sale or a new lease. Either way, you get a clear record of the roof, with photos.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
- A sagging deck under the covering
For hotels and guest houses around Clare Market, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Clare Market: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Clare Market 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.
Is parking a problem for a survey in Clare Market?
Sometimes, yes. Where there are permit zones, a visitor permit or nearby pay-and-display bay works well, and a driveway is even better.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. The report names the covering and explains its condition.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take an hour or two for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. The written report follows by email.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.