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Primrose Hill Landlord Roof Survey
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats for Primrose Hill and the rest of Greater London. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
- Standing water on a flat roof
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Primrose Hill
Is parking a problem for a survey in Primrose Hill?
It rarely stops a survey, but it’s worth planning. Let us know the parking rules on your street and we’ll work around them.
I let a flat near Kentish Town West station. Can you check the roof?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Primrose Hill?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. You will then get the report by email.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Landlord roof survey in Primrose Hill: what you get
Landlords often book us when buying a property to rent out, or after a tenant reports a leak. Agents and freeholders often want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. Whatever the reason, the report follows the same clear format with photos and recommendations. We survey on weekdays and at weekends which can help when arranging access with residents. Typical surveys look at cracked or lifting flashings and blocked gutters over flats, across converted houses, rented houses and blocks of flats.
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 Primrose Hill with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
It is not only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Primrose Hill (NW3, NW1, NW8)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In Primrose Hill, as in much of London, lots of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, let us know when booking.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photographs.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
What you can safely check yourself
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Places near Primrose Hill
What else we do in Primrose Hill
What this survey cannot tell you
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
- Legal advice on leases or service charges
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Rented houses
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Primrose Hill
The wider area around Primrose Hill has a long history of building, with Winfield House about 0.7 miles south. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Inner London’s Victorian and Edwardian terraces often have Welsh slate roofs. Behind many of their parapets sit butterfly roofs and valley gutters that cannot be seen from the pavement. Shared chimney stacks, party-wall upstands and lead work come with this kind of house. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
For businesses in and around places such as O2 Centre, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. If you look after a building like St Paul's Church of England Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you own a rental within reach of Kentish Town West station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Primrose Hill is about 1 mile south-east of Hampstead, in Greater London. If you’re in Primrose Hill, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Greater London.
All of NW3, NW1 and NW8 is covered for landlord roof surveys. Local streets include Eton Road, Oval Road and Regal Lane, all of which we cover. You will find Primrose Hill on the A5205, which makes it simple to reach. We also cover Haverstock (1 mile north), Belsize Park (1 mile north), Chalk Farm (1 mile north-east), South Hampstead (1 mile west) and Swiss Cottage (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover London (4 miles south-east), Kensington (3 miles south-west), Shoreditch (4 miles east), Walthamstow (7 miles north-east), Hoxton (3 miles east) and Whitechapel (4 miles south-east).
What’s near Primrose Hill
In Primrose Hill, that means homes and buildings near Cecil Sharp House, Haverstock School and Regent's Park, among other places. Also close by are St. Mary's Town and Country School (0.5 miles north-west) and Princess of Wales pub (under half a mile east). The closest station to Primrose Hill is Kentish Town West station, about 0.7 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Montfichet's Tower (3.1 miles south-east) and Wellington Hospital (0.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Parliament Hill and Adelaide Nature Reserve.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Primrose Hill
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
There is no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The property’s address and postcode
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Deal with urgent items first
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Tell tenants when we’re coming
Photos make it easier to explain the findings to leaseholders, tenants or directors. The report is written in plain language.
Ask tenants and residents to report damp, stains or drips promptly. Early reports let you act before damage spreads.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Primrose Hill
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.