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New roof snagging in West Kensington, Greater London
New roof snagging across West Kensington, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Cracked lower roofs or marked walls after the work
New roof snagging around West Kensington
Historic houses such as Garden Lodge, about 0.4 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around West Kensington goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Welsh slate on Victorian and Edwardian terraces is a familiar sight across inner London. A butterfly roof with a central valley gutter, tucked behind a parapet wall, is common on these houses. Lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are typical of these houses, if yours is one of them. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most.
If you let a flat or house near Kensington Olympia station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. Parking in West Kensington, as in most of London, takes a little planning: let us know about parking bays, permits or a driveway when you book.
West Kensington is about 1 mile south of Kensington, in Greater London. We survey roofs in West Kensington and the rest of Greater London. We cover towns and villages across Greater London.
We work across the W14, SW6 and SW5 postcode area for new roof snagging. We cover properties on Sun Road, Star Road and Field Road and the roads around them. Other places close to West Kensington include North End (1 mile west), Brook Green (1 mile north-west), Fulham (1 mile south), Hammersmith (1 mile west) and Brackenbury Village (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include London (5 miles east), City of Westminster (3 miles north-east), Marylebone (3 miles north-east), St Pancras (5 miles north-east), Shoreditch (6 miles north-east) and Walthamstow (10 miles north-east).
Around West Kensington
We work in homes and buildings around Avonmore Primary School, Gwendwr Garden and Seven Stars pub and the streets around them. West Kensington’s nearest station is Kensington Olympia station, about 0.5 miles north of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Chelsea Stadium Tour And Museum (1 mile south-east) and Fulham Hospital (0.6 miles south-west). The countryside around West Kensington includes Campden Hill and The Long Water.
About our new roof snagging in West Kensington
We report on what we see, with photographs and clear descriptions. If there is a disagreement about the work, it is between you and your roofer or builder. Our report gives you an independent record to refer to. The report doesn’t price repairs or settle who is responsible, but it describes what we saw in plain terms. We survey flashings and valleys, new flat roofs and new-build homes, and common reasons people get in touch are gutters or fascias damaged during the job and poorly finished verges.
Homes across London range from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war blocks and new developments, so a property in West Kensington might be any of these. Whether you are buying or have just had a roof replaced, the details that cause trouble depend on the age of the building. Slate roofs, butterfly valleys, parapet gutters and flat-roofed rear additions each have their own weak points.
The report records the new roof as we found it on the day. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- West Kensington (W14, SW6, SW5)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridges, hips and verges
Verge details can be rushed, so we check them carefully.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles that do not sit flat can let rain in. We note any that look out of place.
What happens if roof problems are left?
You may not see a fault until it causes damage. Checking early gives you a record of the roof’s condition at handover. In West Kensington, as in much of London, water from a roof defect can reach a neighbour’s home as easily as yours: a blocked parapet gutter or slipped slate can let water into the flat below or the house next door. Dealing with it early is far less disruptive.
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in West Kensington
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Surveys on any day of the week
- An independent view of the roof
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Check the roof before you pay in full
- Check lower roofs and walls after scaffolding comes down
- Tell your roofer the work will be inspected
- Check ceilings and the loft after heavy rain
After the snags are sorted, watch the roof in the next heavy rain. Raise any new signs of water with your roofer promptly.
Put the warranty or defects period end date in your diary. Book a check well before it so there’s time to raise anything.
Your questions about new roof snagging in West Kensington
How do I find out if my home in West Kensington is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you cover West Kensington?
We do. The survey and report are the same in West Kensington as anywhere else.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details as you book.
Can you see the fixings under the tiles?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
What’s the best time to have a new roof checked?
Before the final payment is best, while the roofer is still on hand. Otherwise, book before your defects or warranty period runs out.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
For landlords and managing agents
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In a London conversion, the way into the loft space is frequently from a communal landing or the top flat. If that applies to your building, it helps to agree access with the neighbours or the managing agent first. Otherwise, the visit in West Kensington runs like any other.
- First, you tell us what the roofer did and any concerns you have.
- The coverings, ridges, hips and verges are checked as far as can be seen safely.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it’s visible.
- We look in the roof space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- We send a written report with photographs of each snag.
How to prepare
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
New roof snagging starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
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When to book a survey in West Kensington
Vents can be left out, or insulation pushed against the eaves. Poor ventilation can lead to condensation in the loft.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Debris left in gutters or valleys
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Missing or blocked roof ventilation
If you live in an older home near St Cuthbert's, older patch repairs can hide behind a tidy front slope, and the survey looks past them.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Their insurance cover
- When you’ll get the report