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Landlord Roof Survey in East End of London
Independent landlord roof surveys in East End of London. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Outlets on flat roofs block easily leaving water standing. They’re checked during the survey.
Party-wall upstands and parapets
We inspect the parts of a shared roof we can access and note what couldn’t be seen.
About our landlord roof survey in East End of London
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, including from the loft space and the flats where access is arranged. Each part of the roof is recorded with photos giving all parties the same information. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we’re allowed to reach. Common reasons to book are standing water on a flat roof and parapets and upstands in poor repair, across rented houses, blocks of flats and converted houses.
Victorian and Edwardian terraces are found right across London, 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 East End of London, as across London, that’s why a roof needs a proper look rather than a glance from the street. Shared chimney stacks and the lead around them are just as important to check.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- East End of London (E1, E1W, E98)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Ask residents to report damp right away
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Keep past survey reports with the building’s records
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
We don’t advise on leases or who should pay. Our report sets out the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly, and plan the rest. Left alone, minor faults normally get worse.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. In a London conversion, the way into the roof space is often from a communal landing or the top flat. Where that is the case, access needs agreeing with whoever controls that landing. Everything else is planned around the building, not the postcode.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is looked at 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
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Related advice
East End of London: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East End of London?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Can parking be tricky for a visit in East End of London?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day run more smoothly.
Is a landlord roof survey the same as a full building survey?
No. Our survey covers the roof and its parts, not the whole property. It’s not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey or a structural engineer’s report.
What insurance do you have?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes, we survey shared roofs frequently. We can only inspect neighbouring parts from where we are allowed to be and we will say so.
Do you need access to all the flats?
Sometimes, yes. Where the loft or roof can only be reached through a home, we’ll need to go in, so residents need notice.
How much time does the visit need?
It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. We will give you an idea as you book.
Landlord roof surveys around East End of London
With Mansion House about 1.5 miles west, East End of London sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among 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. 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. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you look after a building such as St Mary and St Michael Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Shop and office owners around Surrey Quays Shopping Centre may find that a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
East End of London is about 1 mile east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. Whether the building in East End of London is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across the E1, E1W and E98 postcode area for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on New Road, Glamis Road and Steel's Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Stepney (1 mile north-east), Ratcliff (1 mile south-east), Wapping (1 mile south-west), St George in the East (1 mile south-west) and Shadwell (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include City of Westminster (4 miles west), Marylebone (4 miles west), Kensington (6 miles west), St Pancras (3 miles west), Walthamstow (5 miles north) and Hampstead (6 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in East End of London
Around East End of London, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Stepney Green Park, George Tavern and Bishop Challoner Boys' School. You will also find St Mellitus College (less than half a mile south-west) and Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives (1.1 miles west). East End of London has its own railway station: Shadwell station. Other landmarks nearby include Tower of London (1 mile south-west) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (1.3 miles south). Open spaces near East End of London include Tower Hill and Lavender Pond.
How we price landlord roof surveys
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
When to book a survey in East End of London
Shared roofs can fall between owners. Each party may assume someone else is dealing with it, so maintenance gets put off. An independent report helps everyone see the facts.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
Living close to Stepney Green Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
What to check before booking
- What experience they bring
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Their insurance cover
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
Places near East End of London
What else we do in East End of London
Checking the roof from the ground
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.