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Landlord roof survey in Bromley, Greater London
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Bromley, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Blocked gutters over flats
- Leaks into upper flats
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Bromley
We survey let and shared roofs in Bromley and across London and the South East. A visit usually takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. We inspect from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe including by drone where applicable. A written report with photos follows. Common reasons to book are cracked or lifting flashings and standing water on a flat roof, on shared roofs, converted houses and rented houses.
Many London terraces have a butterfly roof, with two slopes meeting in a central valley gutter that drains to the rear. Hidden behind the parapet, that gutter can block or split without anyone seeing it. For a house in Bromley with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the let or shared roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Bromley (BR2, BR1, BR6, BR5)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Party-wall upstands and parapets
On terraces, walls rise between neighbouring roofs. Their flashings and pointing can let water in.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Most let houses and many blocks have pitched roofs of slate or tiles. We check coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings where it is safe to see them.
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Before and after the survey
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Arrange flat access in advance
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
Report times depend on the package: within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Pick the package that suits the building and your timescale.
Keep gutters and outlets clear, especially on blocks with valleys or parapets. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
What a landlord roof survey doesn’t cover
It’s a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- The structure in the way a structural engineer would assess it
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Bromley
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
Landlord roof surveys in Bromley: local notes
The wider area around Bromley has a long history of building, with Bromley Palace about 0.3 miles east. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Outer London has a good many Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, frequently with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you let a flat or house near Bromley South station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near The Mall, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Peter and St Paul, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Bromley is about 8 miles south-east of London, in Greater London. Anywhere in Bromley, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Bromley is one of the places in Greater London where we work for landlord roof surveys. There is also a page for London.
Every address in BR2, BR1, BR6 and BR5 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include High Street, Church Road and St Paul's Square, all of which we cover. Being close to the A222 and A223, Bromley is simple for us to get to. If you are just outside Bromley, we cover Sundridge (1 mile north-east), Plaistow (1 mile north), Bickley (1 mile east), Widmore (1 mile east) and Downham (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as London (8 miles north-west), City of Westminster (11 miles north-west), Marylebone (11 miles north-west), Kensington (12 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (9 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Bromley
We work in homes and buildings around Bullers Wood School for Boys, The Richmal Crompton pub and Church House Gardens. Bromley has its own railway station: Bromley South station. Well-known places in the area include The Mall (within half a mile east) and Bromley Hospital (less than half a mile south-east). Not far away are Downham Woodland Walk and Summer Hill.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Bromley
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Height and safe access
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The property’s address and postcode
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What we do, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. If you have questions on the day, just ask. For a visit in Bromley, parking and access are the things to plan: let us know about parking, the floor the property is on, any shared entrance and loft access. We then look at whatever is safely visible from the ground, windows, the loft and, where it is safe, the roof itself.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged with you beforehand.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where it is safe.
- Every defect we find is photographed and given a priority where relevant.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
How to book
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Advice
Bromley: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bromley?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Bromley South station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes, that’s one of the main reasons clients book. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed to keep your plan up to date.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Bromley?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it is agreed before booking.
How long will you be at the property?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. The written report follows by email.
Do you work in Bromley?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Bromley included.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are frequently shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Bromley
Landlords and agents in Bromley book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the let or shared roof, with photos.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.