Greater London · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Old Oak Common, Greater London
We carry out flat roof surveys in Old Oak Common and the rest of Greater London. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Blocked or damaged outlets
Flat roof surveys in Old Oak Common: local notes
The wider area around Old Oak Common has a long history of building, with Kelmscott House about 2.5 miles south. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If you own a rental within reach of Willesden Junction station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint. If you run a business near Westfield London, outlets and upstands on commercial flat roofs are the places to check before trouble starts. Take a building like Old Oak Primary School: a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Old Oak Common is about 1 mile south of Harlesden, in Greater London. We survey roofs in Old Oak Common and the rest of Greater London, as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Greater London, we cover Old Oak Common and the places around it. You can also see our page for London.
Surveys in NW10, W3 and NW26 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Atlas Road, Tubbs Road and Waldo Road. If you’re just outside Old Oak Common, we cover College Park (1 mile north-east), Harlesden (1 mile north), Kensal Green (1 mile east), Park Royal (1 mile west) and North Kensington (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (7 miles east), City of Westminster (4 miles east), Marylebone (4 miles east), Kensington (3 miles south-east), St Pancras (6 miles east) and Shoreditch (7 miles east).
Around Old Oak Common
In Old Oak Common, that means homes and buildings near Green Man Public House, Library for Iranian Studies and Star Chamber Academy. You will also find Little Wormwood Scrubs (0.8 miles east) and St Claudine's Catholic School for Girls (0.8 miles north). There’s a railway station in Old Oak Common itself: Willesden Junction station. Nearby you will also find Westfield London (1.7 miles south-east) and Hammersmith Hospital (0.8 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Hanger Hill Wood and Campden Hill.
Flat roof survey in Old Oak Common
Buying a home with a flat-roofed extension, dormer or garage? It is useful to know that roof’s condition before you exchange. Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP frequently last longer. We set out the type of covering, its condition and the defects we found, with a photo of every defect. That gives you facts to raise with the seller or agent. We’re often asked to look into standing water left after rain and cracked or split membrane, on felt flat roofs, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes.
Offices, shops and blocks of flats across London often have large flat roofs with plant, rooflights and walkways. Each pipe, upstand and fixing through the covering is a possible weak point. In Old Oak Common, roof access is agreed with the building manager or owner beforehand. Rooflights, plant supports and pipe entries are common places for a membrane to fail.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Old Oak Common (NW10, W3, NW26)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Make sure new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A small split in a flat roof is normally a modest job when it’s found early. Leave it, and water can get into the insulation and deck, which can turn a patch into a replacement. A survey now shows which you are dealing with. London’s older roofs often have bitumen felt underlay or none at all, so once the slates or flashings let water past, little stops it reaching ceilings. Left alone, that means wet timbers and plaster, which is a far bigger job than the roof fault itself.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Old Oak Common
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- An independent look at the roof
- Package prices that include VAT
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Old Oak Common
Is parking a problem for a survey in Old Oak Common?
Sometimes, yes. If Old Oak Common has controlled parking where you are, a visitor permit is the easiest answer, and a driveway is even better.
Do you look at commercial flat roofs near Old Oak Common, such as hotels?
Yes, commercial buildings, hotels included, are part of the work. Access to the roof is sorted out with whoever manages the building before the day.
What does the report include?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, backed by photos. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. Visible signs such as deflection or sagging are recorded, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
What’s the best way to book?
Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones cannot fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, 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.
Do you cover Old Oak Common for flat roof surveys?
Yes. We cover Old Oak Common and the rest of Greater London. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Roof by roof
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply PVC and TPO membranes are common on commercial roofs and newer buildings. We check the welded laps, the edges, the fixings and any punctures.
Mastic asphalt
Asphalt has no laps, so its weak points are cracks and the skirtings at walls and upstands. We record any crazing or splits and where water may be getting in.
Towns and villages near Old Oak Common
What else we do in Old Oak Common
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In Old Oak Common, as in much of London, lots of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents when you book.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- We look at the roof from wherever it can safely be seen.
- Every part of the roof we can see is looked at: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- You get a written report with photos and our recommendations.
Before the survey
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Read more
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The roof’s overall size
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The kind of building and roof involved
- The property’s address and postcode
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.