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Landlord Roof Survey in Greater London

Wherever you are in Greater London, we can carry out landlord roof surveys. Clear prices including VAT, and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.

Landlord Roof Survey in Greater London

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Landlord roof survey across Greater London

Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats. Choose your town from the list to see local details. To book, call 07833 053749.

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Also in Greater London

Postcode areas we cover

Landlord roof surveys across Greater London: what to expect

Managing agents and freeholders use our reports to plan maintenance and budgets. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later based on what can be seen. It does not give repair costs but contractors can price from it. Urgent defects are flagged clearly, so you can deal with it first and budget for the rest. We are frequently asked to look into ponding or splits on flat roofs and gaps where tiles or slates have slipped, across gutters and downpipes, shared roofs and blocks of flats.

Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer.

  1. First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
  2. Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
  3. We inspect each roof as far as it can be seen safely.
  4. Every defect is photographed and its urgency noted where relevant.
  5. A written condition report follows to help you plan.

What affects the price in Greater London

Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.

What you get with us

  • More than 20 years surveying roofs
  • Satisfaction rate of 98%
  • 5,000+ roofs surveyed
  • Every finding written up with photos

How to book

Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.

Near you in London

Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to St Mary-at-Hill, St George the Martyr and The BFI Reuben Library and the streets around them. Nearby too are Trinity Arms Public House (under half a mile south-east), Ark Globe Academy (within half a mile south), Charles Dickens Primary School (under half a mile north-west) and Newington Gardens (under half a mile south). There’s a railway station in London itself: Elephant & Castle station. A little further out are Surrey Dispensary (within half a mile south-east) and Baynard's Castle (0.9 miles north). Not far away are Bellenden Road Nature Garden and St. James's Park Lake.

  • Nearby schools include London School of Musical Theatre (less than half a mile west)

Roofs, chimneys and gutters across Greater London

From London, City of Westminster and Marylebone to its smaller places, buildings across Greater London have roofs of every age. Chimneys, valleys, flashings and gutters are normally where the work is.

From inner London terraces to Kent oast houses, Sussex tile-hanging and Hampshire thatch, the South East has a huge mix of roofs. Roofs in Greater London are part of that picture.

London: Trees in and around Newington Gardens shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. Take an older house close to St George the Martyr: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.

When you need someone else

To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:

  • Roof areas we weren’t given access to
  • Responsibility under a lease
  • Confirming asbestos in older roof materials

Surveys for landlords and agents in Greater London

We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.

Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.

How the survey changes by roof type

Pitched roofs on houses and blocks

Slate and tiled pitched roofs are common on let and shared buildings. We check coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings where it is safe to see them.

Party-wall upstands and parapets

A parapet can hide a gutter that’s hard to see. We inspect them as far as it’s safe to see.

What affects the price in Greater London

We confirm the exact price before booking. These are the things that affect it:

  • If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
  • The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
  • The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
  • How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages

A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the exact price before booking.

Helping us price your survey

The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:

  • Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
  • How the loft is reached, if there is one
  • Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
  • The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage

If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.

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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.

Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.

Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Greater London

Do you survey roofs shared between flats?

Yes, we survey shared roofs frequently. Where a neighbouring roof isn’t part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points, and the report says so.

Do you work in Greater London?

Yes, we do. Greater London is part of the area we cover.

Will you fly a drone over my roof?

Yes, where it applies and safe. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.

Do you advise on who is responsible under the lease?

No, that depends on the lease, so speak to your managing agent or a solicitor. Our job is to report on the roof itself.

Does the weather affect the survey?

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 have to be there for the survey?

Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.

Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?

Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.

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20+ yearsRoof survey experience
5,000+ surveys98% customer satisfaction
Drones and thermal imagingCAA-registered drone operator
Fully insuredProfessional indemnity and public liability
Reports from £150Prices include VAT