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Roof surveys in EC2Y
We cover every part of the EC2Y postcode district, which takes in City of London. You get a written report with photos after every survey, with prices from £150 including VAT.
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What we do in EC2Y
- Roof leak investigation
- Electronic leak detection
- Storm damage roof report
- Gutter survey
- New roof snagging
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Drone roof survey
- Flat roof survey
- Roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Chimney survey
- All services
Send the address and what’s prompted the survey and we’ll confirm the price: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Roof survey in EC2Y: how it works
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, and the loft space where there’s safe access. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. Common reasons to book are worn or blocked valleys and cracked mortar along the ridge, across clay and concrete tiles, the roof space and chimney stacks.
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit usually takes about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
How our prices work
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- An independent view of the roof
Getting a price
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Near you in City of London
Typical jobs here are in homes near Fashion Retail Academy, Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre and Barts Health Archives, among other places. Other local landmarks include Golden Fleece pub (less than half a mile south), St Alphage Garden (less than half a mile north), Central Foundation Boys' School (0.8 miles north) and St Mary-at-Hill (0.5 miles south-east). City of London has its own railway station: London Cannon Street station. Well-known places in the area include Gabriel's Wharf (0.8 miles south-west) and London Mithraeum (within half a mile south). Not far away are St. James's Park Lake and Barnsbury Wood.
- Places of worship nearby include St Olave Old Jewry (under half a mile east)
Roof surveys across EC2Y: local notes
Across EC2Y, from EC2Y outwards, roofs range from old slate and clay tile to modern concrete tiles and flat roofs. Chimneys, valleys, flashings and gutters are usually where the work is.
We work right across London and the South East, from the Isle of Wight to Hertfordshire, and EC2Y is well within that. We survey on any day of the week.
City of London: If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Olave Old Jewry, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. If you let a flat or house near London Cannon Street station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Many roofs go years without anyone looking at them closely. A survey sets a baseline, which makes later changes easy to spot.
What to check before booking
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Useful tips for EC2Y property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. That helps you decide what to do first.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
Checking the roof from the ground
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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.
Signs you need a roof survey
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors, especially near trees.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Your questions about roof surveys in EC2Y
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos testing is not part of our service. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when booking and we will explain what’s needed.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when booking.
What do you check on a roof survey?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
How much does a roof survey cost in EC2Y?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.