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Landlord Roof Survey in Dagenham Dock
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in Dagenham Dock. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Flashings that have come away
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Dagenham Dock
The wider area around Dagenham Dock has a long history of building, with Eastbury Manor House about 2.1 miles north-west. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. If your home in Dagenham Dock is one of them, bay roofs, hips and later dormers each have their own details. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you look after a building like St Peter's Catholic Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you let a flat or house near Dagenham Dock station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Gallions Reach Shopping Park, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Dagenham Dock is about 2 miles south-west of Dagenham, in Greater London. We survey roofs in Dagenham Dock as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Greater London, large and small. You can also see our page for London.
We cover every part of RM9, SE28 and IG11 for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets like Perry Road, Choats Road and Chequers Lane, and we cover them all. Other places close to Dagenham Dock include Dagenham Green (1 mile north-east), Hornchurch Marshes (1 mile east), Thamesmead (1 mile south-west), Beam Park (1 mile east) and Barking Riverside (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns like London (10 miles west), City of Westminster (13 miles west), Marylebone (12 miles west), Kensington (15 miles west), St Pancras (11 miles west) and Shoreditch (9 miles west).
What’s near Dagenham Dock
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Riverside School and Parsloes Park, among other places. The closest station to Dagenham Dock is Dagenham Dock station, roughly 0.5 miles north. Nearby you will also find Barking Community Hospital (2.3 miles north-west) and Gallions Reach Shopping Park (2.7 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Scrattons Eco Park.
About our landlord roof survey in Dagenham Dock
A landlord roof survey shows you the state of a roof in a report you can plan around. We work for landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders along with RTM and residents’ management companies. The report covers defects, photos and recommendations set out by urgency where relevant. It is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey of the whole building. Common reasons to book are ceiling stains reported by tenants and ponding or splits on flat roofs, across converted houses, flat roofs on blocks and blocks of flats.
Much of London’s housing is flats, in converted houses or purpose-built blocks, where the roof is typically a shared part of the building. Whoever looks after the building needs a clear picture of the roof, chimneys and gutters. Leaks from a shared roof rarely affect just one home. With a written report and photos, everyone can plan from the same facts.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Dagenham Dock (RM9, SE28, IG11)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The roof’s overall size
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
We’ll typically ask about:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Anything about access we should know
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What’s prompted the survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Do not store items over the loft hatch
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. Urgent items can be dealt with first and the rest budgeted for later.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. The sooner you know, the smaller the problem usually is.
Dagenham Dock: your questions answered
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Dagenham Dock?
Sometimes, yes. If Dagenham Dock has controlled parking where you are, a visitor permit is the easiest answer, and a driveway is even better.
Is my home in Dagenham Dock listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Who usually books a landlord or block roof survey?
It suits anyone responsible for a let or shared roof: landlords, agents, freeholders and residents’ management companies.
Do you work in Dagenham Dock?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and that includes Dagenham Dock.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
How much is a landlord roof survey?
The Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard from £250 and the Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Blocks are priced on their size and roofs. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a price.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Budgets work best when they’re based on the roof’s actual condition. Our report separates urgent items from those that can wait, so spending can be spread sensibly. Blocked gutters and hoppers on London houses overflow and soak brickwork, which can lead to damp inside. A blocked outlet ignored for a winter or two can mean damp walls inside.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Dagenham Dock
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Prices that include VAT
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
The survey, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. If that applies to your building, it is useful to agree access with the neighbours or the managing agent first. Otherwise, the visit in Dagenham Dock runs like any other.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Let us know about parking before the day
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Getting a price
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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Checking the roof from the ground
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.