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Landlord roof survey in Leyton Grange, Greater London
A careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Leyton Grange, with photographs and a written report.
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
DIY checks: what’s safe
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
How a landlord roof survey works in Leyton Grange
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. Your agent or you 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, converted houses and gutters and downpipes, and common reasons people get in touch are flashings that have come away and chimney stacks in poor repair.
Many London terraces have a butterfly roof, with two slopes meeting in a central valley gutter that drains to the rear. From the street you see only a parapet wall, so blocked outlets and split linings go unnoticed until water comes through a ceiling. For a house in Leyton Grange with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
What you get is a clear record of the let or shared roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Leyton Grange (E10, E17, E11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near Leyton Grange
Also in Leyton Grange
Landlord roof surveys in Leyton Grange: local notes
With Sutton House about 1.7 miles south-west, Leyton Grange sits in an area with a long building history. If yours is one of the older homes, 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. Many homes in inner London are Victorian and Edwardian terraces, often with Welsh slate roofs. From the street you may see only a parapet, with a butterfly roof and a valley gutter behind it draining to the back. Shared chimney stacks, party-wall upstands and lead work come with this kind of house. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
If you run a business near 17 & Central, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. Trees in and around Leyton Jubilee Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.
Leyton Grange is about 1 mile west of Leyton, in Greater London. Leyton Grange gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. Across Greater London, we cover Leyton Grange and the places around it. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across E10, E17 and E11 for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. We cover properties on Park Road, Larch Road and Marsh Lane and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Leyton (1 mile east), Hackney Marshes (1 mile south-west), Bakers Arms (1 mile north), Temple Mills (1 mile south) and Lea Bridge (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as London (6 miles south-west), City of Westminster (7 miles south-west), Marylebone (6 miles south-west), Kensington (9 miles south-west), St Pancras (5 miles south-west) and Shoreditch (4 miles south-west).
Around Leyton Grange
Typical jobs here are in homes near Lammas School and Sixth Form, The Lammas School and Leyton Jubilee Park, among other places. Leyton Grange’s nearest station is Leyton Midland Road station, about 0.6 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include 17 & Central (1.3 miles north) and Walthamstow Pump House Museum (1.1 miles north-west). Open spaces near Leyton Grange include Old Ford Island and Tower Hill.
When to book a survey in Leyton Grange
A roof nobody lives directly under can be easy to overlook. Small defects go unnoticed until water comes through a ceiling and by then more has been damaged.
Common reasons to book include:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Damaged pots and flaunching
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Riverley Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What insurance they carry
The survey, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. From the street, a London terrace usually shows only its front slope or parapet, so a visit in Leyton Grange moves between viewpoints: the pavement, upstairs windows, the loft and any safe spot at the back. Shared stairs or a basement flat? Let us know who holds the keys.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- You or your agent arrange access to the loft space and any flats we need to enter.
- Each roof is checked as far as it can be seen safely, including from inside where possible.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- We send a written report you can use to plan maintenance and budgets.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 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.
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Questions from Leyton Grange
Can a landlord with a rental near Leyton Midland Road station book a roof survey?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Leyton Grange?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How do I book a survey in Leyton Grange?
Just call 07833 053749 or email us. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later so you can plan spending. Repair costs aren’t included, but contractors can price from it.
How long will you be at the property?
It typically takes about 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. We’ll confirm the timing when booking.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Useful tips for Leyton Grange property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Tell tenants when we are coming
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Do not store items over the loft hatch
If you need to share the findings with leaseholders or a board, the photographs help. We keep the report clear and jargon-light.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings, alongside yearly gutter clearing.
What affects the price in Leyton Grange
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Which survey package you book
- Roof area
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Why get it checked now?
Water that gets into one flat can affect others below. Early surveys help avoid damage spreading between flats. Work on a London roof is rarely simple to arrange, with parking, neighbours and access all to think about. Knowing what’s needed early gives you time to plan it calmly.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why us?
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Prices that include VAT
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.