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Landlord roof survey in Blackheath, Surrey
We take a careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Blackheath, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
Landlord roof survey in Blackheath: what you get
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the roof space. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included when they’re in the agreed scope. We also look at chimneys, parapets and party-wall upstands where it’s safe to see them and the loft where access is safe. We’re frequently asked to look into ponding or splits on flat roofs and mortar falling from ridges and verges, on gutters and downpipes, converted houses and blocks of flats.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Blackheath (GU4)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- A full building survey of every part of the property
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
Roof by roof
Party-wall upstands and parapets
A parapet can hide a gutter that is hard to see. They’re checked where safe access allows.
Shared chimney stacks
Chimneys often let water in at the flashings. We note what we can see.
For landlords and managing agents
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
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 we do, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. The survey typically takes between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Rural addresses near Blackheath can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
Budgets work best when they’re based on the roof’s actual condition. A survey shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, so spending can be spread sensibly. In a small place like Blackheath, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
For a price for your roof in Blackheath, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Surveys on any day of the week
- 98% of customers satisfied
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Other services in Blackheath
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Blackheath
In Surrey, older roofs are often handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. With Chilworth Manor about 1.1 miles north, Blackheath sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like Chilworth CofE (Aided) Infant School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you own a rental within reach of Chilworth station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Take an older house close to Church of St Martin: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Blackheath is about 4 miles south-east of Guildford, in Surrey. We cover Blackheath and the rest of Surrey, as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Surrey, we cover Blackheath.
We work across GU4 for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. Other places close to Blackheath include Chilworth (1 mile north-west), East Shalford (2 miles north-west), Shalford (2 miles west), Broadford (2 miles west) and Peasmarsh (3 miles west). We also work in nearby towns like Guildford (4 miles north-west), Woking (8 miles north), Camberley (13 miles north-west), Epsom (14 miles north-east), Horley (15 miles east) and Farnham (12 miles west).
What’s near Blackheath
In Blackheath, that means homes and buildings near The Percy Arms, among other places. The closest station to Blackheath is Chilworth station, roughly 0.6 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Guildford Castle (2.9 miles north-west) and Shere Museum (2.8 miles east). Not far away are St Martha's Hill and St Martha's Hill and Colyer's Hanger.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Blackheath
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Blackheath?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Can a landlord with a rental near Chilworth station book a roof survey?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do you cover Blackheath?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes Blackheath.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when booking.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Tips that help
Getting the most from a landlord roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
Questions about the findings are welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation, and Premium includes an in-person consultation.
Keep gutters and outlets clear, especially on blocks with valleys or parapets. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.