Greater London · London and the South East
London Fields Flat Roof Survey
Not sure what state the flat roof is in? We carry out flat roof surveys in London Fields and across Greater London.
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
How a flat roof survey works in London Fields
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. You get a written report with photos and our recommendations. If you are worried about outlets that hold water back and splits and cracks in the covering, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Commercial and residential blocks across London often have big flat roofs with plant, rooflights and access walkways. Every penetration and upstand is a place where a membrane can fail. For a building in London Fields, access is agreed with whoever manages the roof ahead of the visit. Plant bases, rooflights and cable entries are all places where water can get in.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- London Fields (E8, E2, E9)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Rooflights and upstands
Rooflights, lanterns and upstands are where many flat roof leaks begin. We check the seals and the covering around each one.
Felt and built-up roofs
Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, depending on how they were laid and looked after. We record how yours is doing and where it’s weakest.
What you can safely check yourself
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes an hour or two for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In London Fields, as in much of London, plenty of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so the back of the roof is often 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, tell us when you book.
- 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.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Honest limits
It is useful to know what a survey won’t do before booking:
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- Fragile surfaces, which we don’t walk on
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Felt flat roofs
- Upstands and outlets
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
Towns and villages near London Fields
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What a flat roof survey looks like in London Fields
Historic houses such as Sutton House, about 0.7 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around London Fields 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. Within a mile and a half or so of London Fields there are several hotels, and like offices and blocks, hotels often sit under flat roofs. If you look after one, a leak through a flat roof can put a room out of use.
Hotels and guest houses near London Fields can’t easily close rooms for a leak, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition. For businesses in and around places such as Hackney Walk, the flat roofs over shops and commercial units are worth checking before a leak, not after. Take an older house close to Church of St Michael and All Angels: any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
London Fields is about 1 mile east of Hoxton, in Greater London. We visit London Fields as part of our work across Greater London, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. We cover towns and villages across Greater London, large and small.
Every address in E8, E2 and E9 is covered for flat roof surveys. Streets in the area include Tudor Road, Forest Road and Duncan Road, and we cover them all. Main roads around London Fields include the A1207. If you are just outside London Fields, we cover Hackney Central (1 mile north), Cambridge Heath (1 mile south-east), Dalston (1 mile north-west), Hackney (1 mile north-east) and Kingsland (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include London (3 miles south-west), City of Westminster (4 miles south-west), Marylebone (4 miles south-west), Kensington (7 miles south-west), St Pancras (3 miles west) and Walthamstow (4 miles north-east).
Near you in London Fields
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Urswick School, Haggerston Park and Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives and the streets around them. You’ll also find The Dolphin pub (under half a mile east) and The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School (less than half a mile north-east). London Fields has its own railway station: London Fields station. Nearby you’ll also find German Hospital (0.6 miles north-west) and Hackney Walk (0.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Old Ford Island and Tower Hill.
Common questions in London Fields
Do you look at commercial flat roofs near London Fields, such as hotels?
Yes, we cover commercial roofs as well as homes. Access to the roof is sorted out with whoever manages the building before the day.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in London Fields?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so whoever owns or manages the building needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
What happens after the survey?
You’ll receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: raise it with a seller, send it to an insurer, brief a roofer or share it with a managing agent.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone can’t fly and access may not be safe, and we’d agree another day.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Useful tips for London Fields property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
Landlords, owners and managing agents can keep the report as a dated record of the roof. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Book a survey every few years, and again after new fixings, units or rooflights go in. That catches changes early and builds up a record of the roof.
What affects the price in London Fields
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Roof area
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Basic, Standard or Premium
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The address and postcode of the property
- What made you get in touch
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.