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Flat roof survey in West Kensington, Greater London
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in West Kensington from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Standing water left after rain
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
Flat roof survey in West Kensington: what you get
Each type of flat roof has its own weak points. Felt can blister and crack, asphalt can craze and split, EPDM seams and laps can lift, and GRP can crack where boards meet or at the trims. On PVC and TPO single-ply roofs, we look closely at the welded laps, edges and fixings. Knowing what you have and how it’s doing helps you plan what comes next. If you’ve noticed failed seals around rooflight kerbs and upstands pulling away from walls, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
London has a lot of flat roofs: rear additions, dormers, roof terraces and the roofs of blocks and offices. They’re covered in felt, asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass or single-ply membranes, and each fails in its own way. Which one is on a roof in West Kensington shapes how it is checked. Older flat roofs are often felt or asphalt, newer ones rubber or GRP.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- West Kensington (W14, SW6, SW5)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
How the survey changes by roof type
Mastic asphalt
Mastic asphalt is a heavy, seamless covering often found on older blocks, balconies and commercial roofs. The survey checks for crazing, cracking, blistering and splits where the asphalt turns up the walls.
Rooflights and upstands
Upstands at walls and parapets need to stay watertight as the building moves. We check for splits, gaps and loose flashings above the upstand.
Landlord and commercial surveys in West Kensington
Landlords and letting agents in West Kensington book surveys as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the flat roof.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In West Kensington, visits are available on weekdays and at weekends. It helps if you can point us to a visitor permit or a nearby bay, and to clear a path to the loft hatch. Upstairs rooms at the back are useful too, as they frequently give the best view of a rear addition.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We look at the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
For a price for flat roof surveys in West Kensington, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Questions from West Kensington
Does a conservation area affect roof work in West Kensington?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in West Kensington?
It can be, so it helps to tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space when booking. That way the visit can be planned around it.
How fast do I get the report?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, let us know as you book.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Standing water a day or two after rain usually needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. The survey looks at each and records the likely cause.
Do you cover West Kensington for flat roof surveys?
Yes. We survey roofs in West Kensington 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.
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What we cannot see
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
Flat roof surveys in West Kensington: local notes
Many homes in inner London are Victorian and Edwardian terraces, often with Welsh slate roofs. From the street you may see only a parapet, with a butterfly roof and a valley gutter behind it draining to the back. Shared chimney stacks, party-wall upstands and lead work come with this kind of house. Next to the main roofs there is usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. Garden Lodge, about 0.4 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around West Kensington. 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 the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you live in an older home near St Cuthbert's, flat-roofed rear additions and dormers added over the years are worth checking. Shop and office owners around Hammersmith Broadway may find that a flat roof over a business is out of sight and out of mind until it leaks. A roof leak in a hotel or guest house around West Kensington means lost rooms as well as repairs, so it is worth knowing the roof’s condition.
West Kensington is about 1 mile south of Kensington, in Greater London. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in West Kensington can all book flat roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Greater London.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: W14, SW6 and SW5. Local streets include Sun Road, Star Road and Field Road. We also cover the places around West Kensington: North End (1 mile west), 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).
Local landmarks in West Kensington
Around West Kensington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Avonmore Primary School, Gwendwr Garden and Seven Stars pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Kensington Olympia station, about 0.5 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Chelsea Stadium Tour And Museum (1 mile south-east) and Fulham Hospital (0.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Campden Hill and The Long Water.
What affects the price in West Kensington
To price your survey, we look at:
- The size of the roof
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
- When you need the report by
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.