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New Roof Snagging in West Brompton
New roof snagging in West Brompton, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. You get a clear report with photos.
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
- Gaps at new flashings
- Gutters blocked by building debris
How the survey works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from ground level, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a London conversion, the way into the roof space is often from a communal landing or the top flat. Where that’s the case, access needs agreeing with whoever controls that landing. Otherwise, the visit in West Brompton runs like any other.
- We start with what the roofer did and when they finished.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can safely be seen.
- Valleys, flashings, gutters and visible underlay at the eaves are looked at.
- The loft space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a written report with photographs.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
About our new roof snagging in West Brompton
A new roof is a big spend, so it makes sense to check the work before you pay the final bill. We look for snags, faults and anything left unfinished on the new roof and around it. The findings go into a written report with photos to share with your roofer. We’re independent of the roofer who did the job. Typical surveys look at tiles or slates sitting out of line and underlay not dressed into the gutter, on loft conversions and dormers, replacement roofs and new flat roofs.
London’s housing runs from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war estates and new blocks of flats, and a home in West Brompton could be any of them. Whether the roof is old or newly laid, the problem areas depend on how and when the building went up. Slate roofs, butterfly valleys, parapet gutters and flat-roofed rear additions each have their own weak points.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Location
- West Brompton (SW6, SW10, SW5)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
A survey is a careful look at the new roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- A promise that the roof will not leak
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- Nails and clips under the slates or tiles
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in West Brompton
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Flashings and valleys
- New flat roofs
- Replacement roofs
- Loft conversions and dormers
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Why it is worth a survey now in West Brompton
You may not see a fault until it causes damage. An inspection before that point gives you a record of the roof as handed over. Any roof job in West Brompton means planning around parking, neighbours and access. Knowing what’s needed early gives you time to plan it calmly.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why book with us
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Plain-English reports with photos
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
West Brompton homes and their roofs
Historic houses like Garden Lodge, about 0.6 miles north, show how far back building in the area around West Brompton goes. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Inner London’s Victorian and Edwardian terraces frequently have Welsh slate roofs. Many have butterfly roofs draining to a central valley gutter, with parapet walls and gutters hidden behind them. If your home in West Brompton is one of them, lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are part of the picture too. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Luke, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them. For landlords with property near West Brompton station, the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full. As a London address, West Brompton can be tricky for parking: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day easier, as a space near the door cannot be promised.
West Brompton is about 1 mile south of Kensington, in Greater London. West Brompton is one of many places we visit across Greater London, for homes and businesses alike. Across Greater London, we cover West Brompton.
Every address in SW6, SW10 and SW5 is within our area for new roof snagging, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Sun Road, Star Road and Farm Lane, all of which we cover. You will find West Brompton on the A3218 and A3220, which makes it simple to reach. Other places close to West Brompton include Earl's Court (1 mile north), Walham Green (1 mile south), World's End (1 mile south-east), Little Chelsea (1 mile east) and South Kensington (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include London (4 miles east), City of Westminster (3 miles north-east), Marylebone (3 miles north-east), St Pancras (4 miles north-east), Shoreditch (6 miles north-east) and Walthamstow (10 miles north-east).
Near you in West Brompton
In West Brompton, that means homes and buildings near The London Oratory School, The Fulham Boys School and Gwendwr Garden and the streets around them. Nearby too are Natural History Museum Library and Archives (1.1 miles north-east) and Coleherne public house (less than half a mile north-east). There is a railway station in West Brompton itself: West Brompton station. Other landmarks nearby include Kensington Arcade (1 mile north) and Chelsea Stadium Tour And Museum (under half a mile south-east). The countryside around West Brompton includes The Long Water and WWT London Wetland Centre.
What affects the price in West Brompton
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The address and postcode of the property
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Can I check my roof myself?
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
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West Brompton: your questions answered
Do you cover West Brompton?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and West Brompton is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is parking a problem for a survey in West Brompton?
Parking in West Brompton, as in most of London, takes a little planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you as you book.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Light rain is usually fine; heavy rain and wind are different. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
Do you get involved if the roofer disagrees with the report?
No. Our job is to report on the roof as we find it. Any dispute is between you and your roofer or builder and our report gives you an independent record.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How long will you be on site?
A visit typically takes about one to two hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. You’ll know roughly how long when we arrange it.