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Bickley Landlord Roof Survey
Landlord roof surveys in Bickley from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Leaks into upper flats
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Missing or loose roof coverings
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely. Most surveys take an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. In Bickley, 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.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged by you or your agent.
- Each roof is looked at from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Getting a price
For a price for landlord roof surveys in Bickley, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Landlord roof survey in Bickley
Roofs on let houses and blocks of flats are easy to forget until something leaks. A condition survey lets you find problems before they become leaks so work can be planned, not rushed. You get a written report with photos that you can keep with the building’s records. Many clients repeat the survey on a rolling basis to keep maintenance plans current. We’re frequently asked to look into leaks into upper flats and cracked or leaning shared chimneys, on converted houses, blocks of flats and gutters and downpipes.
Much of London’s housing is flats, in converted houses or purpose-built blocks, so roofs are frequently shared between several households. Whoever looks after the building needs a clear picture of the roof, chimneys and gutters, in Bickley as anywhere. Leaks from a shared roof rarely affect just one home. A report gives everyone the same picture to plan from, with photographs.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the let or shared roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Bickley (BR1, BR2, BR7)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Also in Bickley
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Felt flat roofs frequently last around 15–20 years, so knowing roughly how old the roof is helps.
Roof spaces and lofts
On blocks, the loft space may be reached through a flat or a communal hatch and you will need to arrange it.
FAQs for Bickley
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Bickley?
Sometimes, yes. Where there are permit zones, a visitor permit or nearby pay-and-display bay works well.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bickley?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Is this survey just for landlords?
Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders book it along with residents’ and RTM management companies. Owners in a shared building book it too.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- When you need the report by
- What made you get in touch
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Local roofs in Bickley
Historic houses like Bromley Palace, about 1.1 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Bickley goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St George, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs. Anyone responsible for a site like Bullers Wood School for Boys will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Bickley is about 1 mile east of Bromley, in Greater London. Bickley gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Bickley is one of the towns and villages in Greater London where we work for landlord roof surveys. We also survey roofs in London.
We cover every part of BR1, BR2 and BR7 for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. You’ll find streets like Golf Road, The Avenue and Canon Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Bickley include Widmore (1 mile north), Elmstead (1 mile north), Chislehurst (1 mile north-east), Bromley (1 mile west) and Sundridge (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (9 miles north-west), City of Westminster (12 miles north-west), Marylebone (12 miles north-west), Kensington (13 miles north-west), St Pancras (11 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Bickley
We work in homes and buildings around Bird In Hand Public House, Holy Trinity College Bromley and Jubilee Country Park, among other places. Bickley has its own railway station: Bickley station. Nearby you will also find Bethlem Museum of the Mind (1.5 miles south-west) and The Mall (1.3 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Summer Hill and The Tarn.
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Bickley?
Roofs on let and shared buildings often get less regular attention than owner-occupied homes. Small defects go unnoticed until water comes through a ceiling and by then more has been damaged.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
If you own a rental within reach of Bickley station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their track record with similar roofs
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Do not store items over the loft hatch
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation.
Encourage residents to tell you about leaks or damp right away. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem normally is.
Why act early in Bickley
An independent report helps when owners need to agree on roof work. Without a survey, it is one opinion against another. Behind a London parapet, a blocked gutter can sit full of water without anyone seeing it. When the stain finally shows, the damage underneath is frequently older than it looks.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Why book us in Bickley
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- 98% customer satisfaction
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Visits on any day of the week