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Flat roof survey in Wimbledon, Greater London
Know where you stand with the flat roof before you spend money on it. Flat roof surveys in Wimbledon, with photos and a clear written report.
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Splits, cracks and crazing
Flat roof surveys in Wimbledon: local notes
Southside House, about 1.1 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Wimbledon. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are plenty of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Wimbledon High School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. Controlled parking zones are common in London, so mention any permit rules for Wimbledon, along with any off-street space.
Wimbledon is about 7 miles south of City of Westminster, in Greater London. Wimbledon gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. Wimbledon is one of the places in Greater London we cover for flat roof surveys. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the SW19, SW20, SW17 and SW18 postcode area for flat roof surveys. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on High Street Mews, High Street and Church Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Main roads around Wimbledon include the A218 and B235, so getting to you is simple. We also cover the places around Wimbledon: Crooked Billet (1 mile west), Wimbledon Park (1 mile north), Wimbledon Chase (1 mile south), Copse Hill (1 mile south-west) and Merton Park (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover London (7 miles north-east), City of Westminster (7 miles north), Marylebone (7 miles north-east), Kensington (5 miles north), St Pancras (8 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (9 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Wimbledon
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Willington School, Dog & Fox pub and Cannizaro Park, among other places. There is a railway station in Wimbledon itself: Wimbledon station. Other landmarks nearby include Atkinson Morley Hospital (1.2 miles west) and Wimbledon Museum (less than half a mile west). Not far away are Battersea Park Lake and Merton Park Green Walks.
Flat roof survey in Wimbledon: what you get
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. The photographed record helps you plan and budget for work. We quote commercial roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so please ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and an idea of the roof’s size. We’re often asked to look into dips that suggest the deck is deflecting and water getting in at rooflights, on felt flat roofs, upstands and outlets and EPDM rubber.
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 Wimbledon, the roof above may belong to the building rather than one flat.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Wimbledon (SW19, SW20, SW17, SW18)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a flat roof survey does not cover
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Asbestos testing, which needs a specialist asbestos surveyor
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Wimbledon
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
Wimbledon questions
Is my home in Wimbledon listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Wimbledon?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot, so mention what’s available as you book.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. Commercial and residential flat roofs are both covered. A commercial roof usually takes about 3 to 4 hours on site, longer if it’s large or complex, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes about one to two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. We’ll confirm the timing when booking.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Can you test old roof sheets for asbestos?
We do not test for asbestos. Where a roof has materials that might contain asbestos, like old cement sheeting, the report flags them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check them.
Common roof problems in Wimbledon
Many flat roof problems start at the details rather than the main surface. Upstands, edge trims, outlets and the kerbs around rooflights move and weather differently from the rest of the roof. Where they weren’t finished well, they tend to fail before anything else.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Standing water left after rain
If you own a rental within reach of Wimbledon station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
What to check before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Their insurance cover
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
What happens if roof problems are left?
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. Most often it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. In Wimbledon, as across London, an overflowing gutter soaks the wall below, which can lead to damp inside. A small blockage left for a few winters becomes a damp problem.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why book us in Wimbledon
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey changes by roof type
EPDM rubber
A rubber roof can last 30 to 50 years, provided its details were done well. Those details are where we focus.
Rooflights and upstands
Upstands at walls and parapets need to stay watertight as the building moves. We look for splits, gaps and failed flashings over the top.
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Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Book a survey every few years
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
- Limit foot traffic on the covering
If you are buying, the report gives you something specific to take back to the seller or agent. You might ask for work to be done before completion, or discuss the price, depending on the findings.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.
What happens on the day
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. 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. Surveys in Wimbledon can be booked for any day of the week. 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.
- 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.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.