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Flat roof survey in North End, Greater London
Know where you stand with the flat roof before you decide what to do next. We carry out flat roof surveys in North End.
- Ponding water that does not drain away
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Blocked or damaged outlets
Signs you need a flat roof survey in North End
The details are often where a flat roof lets go first. Upstands, trims, outlets and rooflight kerbs each move and weather in their own way. Where they weren’t finished well, they tend to fail before anything else.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Splits and cracks in the covering
Landlords with a home close to Kensington Olympia station may find that flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- When you’ll get the report
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Will the report include photos?
- What experience they bring
About our flat roof survey in North End
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big flat roofs. A survey of a roof this size picks out worn covering, standing water and outlets that 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 it helps if you ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a rough idea of the roof area. Typical surveys look at failed seals around rooflight kerbs and splits and cracks in the covering, on mastic asphalt, felt flat roofs and single-ply membranes.
Water getting through a flat roof in London can travel under the covering and appear some way from the hole. Outlets, upstands against parapet walls and joins with the main roof are frequent culprits. In a converted house in North End, the roof above may belong to the building rather than one flat.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- North End (W14, SW6, SW5)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber
EPDM is a synthetic rubber membrane, often laid in a single sheet on smaller roofs. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.
Rooflights and upstands
We do not walk on rooflights or fragile sheeting, and we treat older rooflights as fragile. They’re inspected from safe positions and recorded with photographs.
Flat and commercial roofs around North End
North End has a number of hotels within about a mile and a half, and like offices and blocks, hotels often sit under flat roofs. For hotels and other commercial buildings, finding the cause of a flat roof leak quickly keeps rooms in use. The wider area around North End has a long history of building, with Garden Lodge about 0.4 miles north-east. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near St. Andrew's Fulham Fields, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near North End, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it’s worth knowing the roof’s condition.
North End is about 1 mile south of Kensington, in Greater London. North End is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. North End is one of the towns and villages in Greater London we cover.
Flat roof surveys in W14, SW6 and SW5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on Sun Road, Star Road and Field Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around North End: West Kensington (1 mile east), Brook Green (1 mile north-west), Fulham (1 mile south), Hammersmith (1 mile west) and Brackenbury Village (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as London (5 miles east), City of Westminster (3 miles north-east), Marylebone (3 miles north-east), St Pancras (5 miles north-east), Shoreditch (6 miles north-east) and Walthamstow (10 miles north-east).
Around North End
Around North End, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Seven Stars pub, Polish Library POSK in London and Avonmore Primary School and the streets around them. North End’s nearest station is Kensington Olympia station, roughly 0.5 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Hammersmith Broadway (0.7 miles west) and Montfichet's Tower (4.8 miles east). Green spaces nearby include WWT London Wetland Centre and Campden Hill.
How it works
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the flat roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It normally takes an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. If that applies to your building, it helps to agree access with the neighbours or the managing agent first. Otherwise, the visit in North End runs like any other.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
Why it is worth a survey now in North End
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. The report sets out what we found, so you can make that decision with a roofer. London’s older roofs frequently have bitumen felt underlay or none at all, so once the slates or flashings let water past, little stops it reaching ceilings. Left unchecked, water soaks into timber and plaster and the damage spreads.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book us in North End
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- PI and public liability insurance
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Questions from North End
How do I find out if my home in North End is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can parking be tricky for a visit in North End?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day run more smoothly.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
Our survey looks across the whole roof, not only above the stain. Every split, lap, upstand, outlet and rooflight we can see is checked. Where nothing visible explains the leak, the report says what to try next.
Do you cover North End?
Yes. We cover North End and the rest of Greater London, as part of our work across London and South East England. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What affects the price in North End
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Roof area
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Booking your survey
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- The kind of building and roof involved
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.