Greater London · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Crooked Billet
We take a careful look at the flat roof at your property in Crooked Billet, with photographs and a written report.
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Cracked or split membrane
- A sagging deck under the covering
FAQs for Crooked Billet
Is parking a problem for a survey in Crooked Billet?
London parking needs a little planning, so let us know about permits, bays or a driveway when you book. That way the visit can be planned around it.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Crooked Billet?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Does the survey cover asbestos?
We do not carry out asbestos surveys. Older buildings, from before 2000, may have asbestos in cement sheets or soffits. Anything that might contain it is flagged, so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before work starts.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. We photograph the roof as we go, and the report uses them to show each finding.
Will you check the loft?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. We record what the covering is and how it’s holding up.
About our flat roof survey in Crooked Billet
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big flat roofs. On a roof like this, a survey shows where the covering is wearing, where water is ponding and which outlets need attention. We record the condition with photos so work can be planned and budgeted. We quote commercial roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so please ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and an idea of the roof’s size. We survey EPDM rubber, upstands and outlets and mastic asphalt, and common reasons people get in touch are edge trims that have lifted or split and blocked or damaged outlets.
London has a lot of flat roofs: rear additions, dormers, roof terraces and the roofs of blocks and offices. They’re covered in felt, asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass or single-ply membranes, and each fails in its own way. In Crooked Billet, as anywhere in London, the right approach depends on what the roof is made of. Many older flat roofs are felt or asphalt, and many newer ones EPDM rubber or GRP.
What you get is a clear record of the flat roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Crooked Billet (SW19, SW20)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near Crooked Billet
Also in Crooked Billet
Local flat roofs in Crooked Billet
Outer London has plenty of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, frequently with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. Next to the main roofs there’s usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. With Southside House about 0.5 miles south-west, Crooked Billet sits in an area with a long building history. 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.
Take an older house close to Christ Church: later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. As a London address, Crooked Billet can be tricky for parking: let us know about permits, visitor bays or off-street space when booking, as a space near the door can’t be promised. If you run a business near Southside Wandsworth, outlets and upstands on commercial flat roofs are the places to check before trouble starts.
Crooked Billet is about 1 mile west of Wimbledon, in Greater London. We carry out flat roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in Crooked Billet and nearby. Our area takes in places right across Greater London. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: SW19 and SW20. Whether your property is on Camp Road, Mckay Road and Pepys Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Copse Hill (1 mile south-west), Wimbledon (1 mile east), Bushey Mead (1 mile south), Wimbledon Chase (1 mile south-east) and Kingston Vale (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover London (8 miles north-east), City of Westminster (7 miles north-east), Marylebone (8 miles north-east), Kensington (6 miles north), St Pancras (9 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-east).
Around Crooked Billet
Around Crooked Billet, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Hollymount School, Cannizaro Park and Ursuline Preparatory School, among other places. Crooked Billet’s nearest station is Raynes Park station, about 0.9 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Southside Wandsworth (2.7 miles north-east) and Wimbledon Museum (0.5 miles east). For a walk, there’s Kew Gardens Lake and Henman Hill.
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Crooked Billet
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- Felt flat roofs
How the survey changes by roof type
Single-ply membranes
Plant, fixings and foot traffic can all damage a single-ply roof. We note any punctures, tears and loose areas we can see.
Felt and built-up roofs
Built-up felt is one of the most common flat roof coverings on extensions, garages and dormers. The survey checks for blisters, cracks, open laps and bare patches where the surfacing has worn.
How it works
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. London terraces rarely offer a view of the whole roof from one spot, so a visit in Crooked Billet moves between viewpoints: the pavement, upstairs windows, the loft and any safe spot at the back. Shared stairs or a basement flat? Tell us who holds the keys.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before we arrive
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
How to book
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Related advice
Checking the roof from ground level
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The size of the roof
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Crooked Billet
Most flat roofs are out of sight, so they’re easy to forget. Owners often learn the roof is at the end of its life only when it leaks. Regular surveys mean it won’t come as a surprise. In a London terrace or conversion, a roof defect rarely stays your problem alone: a blocked parapet gutter or slipped slate can let water into the flat below or the house next door. Finding it early keeps the work smaller.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Crooked Billet
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- PI and public liability insurance
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.