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Landlord roof survey in Mottingham, Greater London
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats across Mottingham, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents as you book.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Tell us about parking before the day
How to book
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know where you stand. Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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About our landlord roof survey in Mottingham
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the roof space. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included where they’re part of the brief. We also look at chimneys, parapets and party-wall upstands where it’s safe to see them and the loft where access is safe. We’re often asked to look into choked outlets and gutters and mortar falling from ridges and verges, on rented houses, flat roofs on blocks and gutters and downpipes.
Much of London’s housing is flats, in converted houses or purpose-built blocks, so roofs are often shared between several households. Landlords, managing agents and residents’ companies need to know what condition it’s in and what work is coming up. Leaks from a shared roof rarely affect just one home. With a written report and photographs, everyone can plan from the same facts.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It explains the condition of the let or shared roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Mottingham (SE9, SE12, BR1)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we are asked to look at in Mottingham
Many blocks and converted houses have several roof types. Each wears differently and the smaller roofs are easy to forget.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Cracked or lifting flashings
For an older house near a landmark such as Jubilee International Church, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
What to check before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Are they insured for the work?
When you need someone else
A survey is a proper look at the let or shared roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
- Who pays under the lease (that’s a legal question)
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Mottingham
- Gutters and downpipes
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What we look for on each type of roof
Gutters and downpipes
Blocked gutters cause many leaks into top-floor flats. We check gutters, outlets and downpipes as far as can safely be seen.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Slipped slates on older roofs can point to corroded nails. We note what we can see.
Landlord roof surveys around Mottingham
Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Eltham Palace, about 1.1 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Mottingham. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Shop and office owners around The Glades may find that knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. Take a building like Marvels Lane Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Mottingham is about 1 mile south-west of Eltham, in Greater London. Anywhere in Mottingham, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Mottingham is one of the towns and villages in Greater London where we work for landlord roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Surveys in SE9, SE12 and BR1 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a landlord roof survey at a property on Horley Road, Dorset Road and Albert Road or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Mottingham: Chinbrook (1 mile south-west), Grove Park (1 mile west), Coldharbour (1 mile east), Middle Park (1 mile north) and Horn Park (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (7 miles north-west), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (10 miles north-west), Kensington (11 miles north-west), St Pancras (9 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (8 miles north-west).
Around Mottingham
Around Mottingham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Colfe's School, Chinbrook Meadows and Haberdashers' Aske's Knights Academy, among other places. The closest station to Mottingham is Grove Park station, about 0.7 miles west. A little further out are Greenwich Castle (3.5 miles north-west) and Prefab Museum (1.7 miles west). For a walk, there is Summer Hill and The Tarn.
Towns and villages near Mottingham
Other services in Mottingham
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it as you book and we will plan the survey around it.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
FAQs for Mottingham
How do I find out if my home in Mottingham is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Mottingham?
Parking in Mottingham, as in most of London, takes a little planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot.
How long does a landlord roof survey take?
A visit typically takes about one to two hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. We will give you an idea as you book.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Do I need to be at home?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when you book.
Is Mottingham in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs in Mottingham and the rest of Greater London. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Mottingham?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.