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Landlord roof survey in Clapham, Greater London
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Clapham, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
About our landlord roof survey in Clapham
A roof over tenants or leaseholders frequently gets attention only when water comes in. A condition survey lets you find problems before they become leaks, and plan work rather than react to it. You get a written report with photos to keep on file for the building. Many clients repeat the survey on a rolling basis to keep maintenance plans current. Common reasons to book are damaged pots and flaunching and failed flashings at walls and chimneys, on blocks of flats, flat roofs on blocks and converted houses.
London has Victorian and Edwardian terraces in almost every borough, often with slate roofs, chimney stacks shared with neighbours and gutters hidden behind parapets. Slates can last a century or more, but the nails holding them corrode, and slates slip. In Clapham, as across London, that’s why a roof needs a careful look rather than a glance from the street. Lead flashings and shared chimney stacks on these houses need a close look too.
Where we cannot see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Clapham (SW4, SW8, SW9)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Clapham
On a shared roof, it is not always clear who should act. Each party may assume someone else is dealing with it and work gets delayed. A condition report gives everyone the same starting point.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Leaks into upper flats
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Take an older house close to St Paul's Church: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- What happens after the report arrives
Clapham homes and their roofs
Close to the centre of London, a great many houses are Victorian or Edwardian terraces, many of them roofed in Welsh slate. Many have butterfly roofs draining to a central valley gutter, with parapet walls and gutters hidden behind them. Lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are typical of these houses, if yours is one of them. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. About 1.9 miles north-west lies Carlyle's House, a reminder of how long the area around Clapham has been built on. 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.
If you let a flat or house near Clapham High Street station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Anyone responsible for a site like Clapham Manor Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Clapham is about 3 miles north of Streatham, in Greater London. Clapham gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Clapham is one of the towns and villages in Greater London we cover for landlord roof surveys.
We work across SW4, SW8 and SW9 for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Grafton Square, Clapham High Street and Houghton Square or a nearby road, we can survey it. Clapham sits on or near the B224 and B303, so getting to you is simple. Close by, we survey roofs in Stockwell (1 mile east), Little Portugal (1 mile north-east), Clapham Park (1 mile south), South Lambeth (1 mile north-east) and Brixton (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover London (3 miles north-east), City of Westminster (3 miles north), Marylebone (4 miles north), Kensington (4 miles north-west), St Pancras (4 miles north) and Shoreditch (5 miles north-east).
What’s near Clapham
In Clapham, that means homes and buildings near Lambeth Academy, Larkhall Park and Trinity Academy. Clapham has its own railway station: Clapham High Street station. Nearby you’ll also find Baynard's Castle (3.5 miles north-east) and Harrods (2.6 miles north-west). The countryside around Clapham includes Battersea Park Lake and Knight's Hill.
Why it is worth a survey now in Clapham
On a shared roof, disagreements are easier to settle with a clear record. Without one, each party may have a different view of what’s wrong. Blocked gutters and hoppers on London houses overflow and soak brickwork. A small blockage left for a few winters becomes a damp problem.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Clapham
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 98% customer satisfaction
- 20+ years’ experience
- Photos and a written report every time
Take a look at our cost guide or our case studies.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Clapham
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Clapham?
Sometimes, yes. If Clapham has controlled parking where you are, a visitor permit is the easiest answer, and a driveway is even better.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Clapham High Street station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Can you survey a shared roof on a terrace or converted house?
Yes, shared roofs are a common request. Where a neighbouring roof isn’t part of the access, we can only see it from vantage points, and the report says so.
How long is the visit?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Clapham
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Clapham and across Greater London can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What a landlord roof survey does not cover
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Responsibility under a lease
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
Different roofs, different checks
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 as far as can be seen safely.
Gutters and downpipes
Water from failed gutters often shows as damp inside. We record what we see.
The survey, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about one to two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is frequently on a shared landing. Where that’s the case, access needs agreeing with whoever controls that landing. Otherwise, the visit in Clapham runs like any other.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- Access to flats and the roof space is arranged by you or your agent.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know the cost up front. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.