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Flat roof survey in Edgware, Greater London
A careful look at the flat roof at your property in Edgware, with photos and a written report.
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Edgware
A flat roof survey looks at the covering, the edges, the outlets and the details where the roof meets walls and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. The findings go into a written report with photos, setting out the defects and what we’d recommend. If you are worried about blistering in felt or asphalt and leaks around rooflights, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Offices, shops and blocks of flats across London frequently have large flat roofs with plant, rooflights and walkways. Every penetration and upstand is a place where a membrane can fail. For a building in Edgware, access is agreed with whoever manages the roof ahead of the visit. Rooflights, plant supports and pipe entries are common places for a membrane to fail.
Where we can’t see part of the flat roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Location
- Edgware (HA8, NW7, HA7)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Edgware
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Edgware?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot.
How do I find out if my home in Edgware is listed?
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 weather affect the survey?
Light rain is typically fine; heavy rain and wind are different. In high wind or heavy rain, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys.
Do you check flat roofs for asbestos?
Asbestos testing isn’t part of our survey. If we see materials that could contain it, such as cement sheets on a building from before 2000, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them.
When does the report arrive?
That depends on the survey you book: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. 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 happens on the day
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In Edgware, as in much of London, a good many properties are flats or terraces without side access, so the back of the roof is frequently seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, let us know when booking.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Every part of the roof we can see is checked: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there’s access.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents and landlords in Edgware book surveys as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the flat roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Useful tips for Edgware property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
- Note the date and type of any roof work
Landlords, owners and managing agents can keep the report as a dated record of the roof. It’s useful when planning upkeep and setting budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.
Why get it checked now?
A survey can show whether a whole new roof is needed or whether the problems are in a few places. At times the trouble is a handful of failed details, and at times the whole covering is worn. Our report gives you the evidence to discuss with a roofer. Blocked gutters and hoppers on London houses overflow and soak brickwork. A blocked outlet ignored for a winter or two can mean damp walls inside.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in Edgware
- A written report with photographs
- Package prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
How we price flat roof surveys
We confirm the price for the job before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The size of the roof
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- When you need the report by
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The property’s address and postcode
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Flat roof surveys in Edgware: local notes
The wider area around Edgware has a long history of building, with Headstone Manor about 3.9 miles south-west. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Broadwalk Centre, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after. As a London address, Edgware can be tricky for parking: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day easier. For landlords with property near Mill Hill Broadway station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Edgware is about 4 miles west of Finchley, in Greater London. We cover Edgware and the rest of Greater London, as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Greater London coverage includes Edgware. There is also a page for London.
Every address in HA8, NW7 and HA7 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Station Road, Edgware Road High Street and Hillcrest Avenue, all of which we cover. You will find Edgware on the A5100, so it is easy for us to get to. If you’re just outside Edgware, we cover The Hale (1 mile east), Broadfields Estate (1 mile north), Burnt Oak (1 mile south-east), Canons Park (1 mile south-west) and Little Stanmore (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover London (11 miles south-east), City of Westminster (9 miles south-east), Marylebone (9 miles south-east), Kensington (9 miles south), St Pancras (9 miles south-east) and Shoreditch (10 miles south-east).
Around Edgware
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Northgate School, Railway Hotel and London Academy. The nearest railway station is Mill Hill Broadway station, about 1.1 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Hilfield Castle (3.6 miles north-west) and Broadwalk Centre (0.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Darland's Lake and Mill Hill Old Railway Nature Reserve.