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Roof surveys in E17
Live in E17? We cover Walthamstow, Bakers Arms and Walthamstow Village and every street in between, for homes, flats and commercial roofs.
Areas within E17
- Walthamstow
- Bakers Arms
- Walthamstow Village
- Higham Hill
- Upper Walthamstow
- Warner Estate
- Leyton
- Hale End
- Highams Park
- Tottenham Hale
- Leyton Grange
- Snaresbrook
- South Chingford
Surveys we offer in E17
- Gutter survey
- Chimney survey
- Flat roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Roof leak investigation
- Drone roof survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Every service
Share the property address and any deadline you’re working to and we’ll suggest the right survey: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
About roof surveys in E17
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it is safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. We are often asked to look into condensation or damp timbers in the loft and gutters that overflow in heavy rain, across clay and concrete tiles, the roof space and flat roofs.
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
What you’ll pay
For a price for your roof in E17, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- An independent view of the roof
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Around Walthamstow
We work in homes and buildings around Walthamstow School for Girls, Greenleaf Primary School and Church of St Michael and All Angels and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Mirth pub (within half a mile east), Aveling Park School (0.7 miles north) and Lloyd Park (within half a mile north). Walthamstow has its own railway station: Walthamstow Central station. A little further out are 17 & Central (within half a mile south) and Walthamstow Pump House Museum (0.8 miles south-west). Open spaces near Walthamstow include Hollow Pond and Ainslie Wood.
Homes and roofs across E17
E17 has everything from older homes with tall chimneys to modern estates. Blocked gutters, slipped slates and tired flashings turn up on all of them sooner or later, wherever they are in E17.
From inner London terraces to Kent oast houses, Sussex tile-hanging and Hampshire thatch, the South East has a huge mix of roofs. Roofs in E17 are part of that picture.
Walthamstow: If you live near a park such as Lloyd Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. For businesses in and around places such as 17 & Central, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Checking the roof from the ground
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What we are asked to look at in E17
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while rain gets into every gap. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Worn or blocked valleys
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A structural engineer’s report
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
Different roofs, different checks
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles.
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, yet the nails holding it often fail long before the slate. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
Keep the report with your property records. It is a useful baseline for future surveys, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. A stuffy loft collects condensation, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Check insulation doesn’t block the airflow at the eaves.
Common questions in E17
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
How long will you be at the property?
Allow about 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. We will give you an idea of timing as you book.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access as you book.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only where it is safe to do so. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the roof space. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
When will the report arrive?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.