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London Docklands Flat Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for flat roof surveys in London Docklands. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Leaks around rooflights
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Upstands pulling away from walls
Flat roof survey in London Docklands
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. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. You get a report with photos and our recommendations. If you’re worried about dips that suggest the deck is deflecting and outlets choked with leaves and silt, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on mastic asphalt, GRP fibreglass and felt flat roofs alike.
Water getting through a flat roof in London can travel under the covering and appear some way from the hole. Upstands against parapets, outlets and the edge where flat meets pitched are common entry points. In a block or conversion in London Docklands, the flat roof is often a shared part of the building.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Location
- London Docklands (E14, SE16, E22)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
London Docklands: your questions answered
Is my home in London Docklands listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is parking a problem for a survey in London Docklands?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day run more smoothly.
How long will you be at the property?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. The written report follows by email.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, for every survey we carry out.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Do you need a flat roof survey in London Docklands?
Flat roofs swing between hot and cold more than most parts of a building. That movement pulls at seams, laps and the joints between boards, which can open splits and cracks over the years. Older coverings that have lost their flexibility are the most likely to suffer.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Water getting in at rooflights
Take a building like Tower Hamlets College: large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What insurance they carry
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- What the survey won’t cover
Different roofs, different checks
Mastic asphalt
Asphalt roofs are common on older flats, walkways and commercial buildings. We look for crazing, cracks, blisters and splits at the skirtings.
EPDM rubber
Lifting at the edges and loose areas of membrane are common EPDM problems. Any we find are noted and photographed.
What a flat roof survey looks like in London Docklands
The wider area around London Docklands has a long history of building, with Queen's House about 1.8 miles south. 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. London Docklands has a number of hotels within about a mile and a half, and like offices and blocks, hotels frequently sit under flat roofs. If you look after one, a leak through a flat roof can put a room out of use.
For businesses in and around places like Surrey Quays Shopping Centre, a flat roof over a business is out of sight and out of mind until it leaks. Hotels and guest houses near London Docklands can’t easily close rooms for a leak, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
London Docklands is about 2 miles north-west of Greenwich, in Greater London. We cover London Docklands and the rest of Greater London. London Docklands is one of the towns and villages in Greater London we cover for flat roof surveys.
Flat roof surveys in E14, SE16 and E22 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on Castor Lane, Cassilis Road and Dockyard Lane. You’ll find London Docklands on the A1206 and A1261, so it’s easy for us to get to. Close by, we survey roofs in Canary Wharf (1 mile west), Poplar (1 mile north), Heron Quays (1 mile south-west), Coldharbour (1 mile east) and Blackwall (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as London (3 miles west), City of Westminster (6 miles west), Marylebone (6 miles west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (5 miles west) and Shoreditch (3 miles north-west).
Around London Docklands
We work in homes and buildings around Sir John McDougall Gardens, Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School and The Ledger Building pub. There is a railway station in London Docklands itself: Canary Wharf station. Well-known places in the area include Greenwich Castle (2 miles south) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (1.4 miles south-west). The countryside around London Docklands includes St. James's Park Lake and Lavender Pond.
Nearby places to London Docklands
What else we do in London Docklands
Leave it or get it looked at?
On a commercial building, a flat roof leak can disrupt tenants, staff and stock. A planned survey lets you budget for work rather than deal with an emergency around the business. Any roof job in London Docklands means planning around parking, neighbours and access. That is a good reason to find problems early, while there’s time to plan.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Why book us in London Docklands
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- 98% of clients satisfied
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes between one and two hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. London terraces rarely offer a view of the whole roof from one spot, so in London Docklands we work round the house, using the street, the windows, the loft and any safe vantage point behind it. Shared stairs or a basement flat? Let us know 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’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.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
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What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- How big the roof is
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
For a price for your roof in London Docklands, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.