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Landlord Roof Survey in East Ham
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats in East Ham. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Blocked gutters over flats
What we do, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey normally takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. In East Ham, as in much of London, plenty of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so the back of the roof is often seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, let us know when booking.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Advice
How a landlord roof survey works in East Ham
Getting into every part of a building takes planning. The roof space and certain flats may need to be opened up for us, so tenants or leaseholders need notice. You or your agent arrange access, and we confirm what we need as you book. Any part we couldn’t reach is noted in the report. We survey rented houses, gutters and downpipes and converted houses, and people most often book us about splits and blisters in flat roof coverings and damp or stains in top-floor flats.
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 East Ham with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
The report records the let or shared roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- East Ham (E6, IG11, E13, E12)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for landlord roof surveys in East Ham
To price your survey, we look at:
- House, block, shop or office
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
Some details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Why it’s worth a survey now in East Ham
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 blocked outlet ignored for a winter or two can mean damp walls inside.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
What you get with us
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Package prices that include VAT
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- 98% of clients satisfied
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Parts of the roof we can’t safely see or access
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
What a landlord roof survey looks like in East Ham
About 1.9 miles east lies Eastbury Manor House, a reminder of how long the area around East Ham has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Alongside Victorian and Edwardian terraces, outer London has a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs of clay or concrete tiles. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Michael's Catholic Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. For businesses in and around places like Gallions Reach Shopping Park, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. For an older house near a landmark such as St Bartholomew's Church, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
East Ham is about 5 miles south-east of Walthamstow, in Greater London. We visit East Ham as part of our work across Greater London, for homes and businesses alike. Our Greater London coverage includes East Ham and the places around it. London is in our area too.
We work across the E6, IG11, E13 and E12 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Streets in the area include High Street South, Market Street and High Street North, and we cover them all. East Ham is on the A13 and A117, which makes it straightforward to reach. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Wallend (1 mile north-east), Upton Park (1 mile west), Plashet (1 mile north), Beckton (1 mile south-east) and Greengate (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include London (7 miles west), City of Westminster (9 miles west), Marylebone (9 miles west), Kensington (11 miles west), St Pancras (7 miles west) and Shoreditch (6 miles west).
Landmarks near East Ham
Around East Ham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Miller's Well pub, Beckton District Park and The Service for Deaf and Partially Hearing Children, among other places. The nearest railway station is Barking station, roughly 1.3 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Greenwich Castle (4.3 miles south-west) and Gallions Reach Shopping Park (1.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near East Ham include Ripple Nature Reserve and Hollow Pond.
Checking the roof from the ground
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in East Ham
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
East Ham questions
Does a conservation area affect roof work in East Ham?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is parking a problem for a survey in East Ham?
It depends on the street. If East Ham has controlled parking where you are, a visitor permit is the easiest answer, and a driveway is even better.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We’ll talk about access when you book.
Can your report let us know who pays for the roof work?
No, that depends on the lease, so speak to your managing agent or a solicitor. Our job is to report on the roof itself.