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Roof surveys in NW8
Roof surveys, leak investigations and drone surveys across NW8, from Lisson Grove, St John's Wood and City of Westminster. Prices from £150 including VAT and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Towns and villages in NW8
- Lisson Grove
- St John's Wood
- City of Westminster
- Paddington Green
- Little Venice
- Maida Vale
- South Hampstead
- Swiss Cottage
- Primrose Hill
Surveys we offer in NW8
- Landlord roof survey
- Drone roof survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Roof survey
- Chimney survey
- New roof snagging
- Flat roof survey
- Gutter survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Roof leak investigation
- Every service
Give us the street, the postcode and a line about the roof and we’ll suggest the right survey: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Roof survey in NW8: how it works
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, while others just want to know where they stand. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. Visits run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, so it is easy to find a day that suits. We’re frequently asked to look into loose ridge or hip tiles and lifted, split or missing lead flashings, across chimney stacks, natural slate and lead flashings.
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
What you will pay
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
What you get with us
- Prices that include VAT
- Every finding written up with photos
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Over 20 years’ experience
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Around Lisson Grove
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Regent's Park, St Paul's Community Church and Gateway Academy, among other places. You will also find Exeter Arms Public House (less than half a mile south-east), Gateway Academy (within half a mile west), St John's Wood Art School (within half a mile north-west) and RIBA Library (1.1 miles east). There’s a railway station in Lisson Grove itself: London Marylebone station. Well-known places in the area include Montfichet's Tower (3 miles east) and Maida Vale Hospital for Nervous Diseases (0.5 miles west). Green spaces nearby include The Long Water and Greville Place nature reserve.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters across NW8
Across NW8, from City of Westminster, Paddington Green and Lisson Grove outwards, roofs range from old slate and clay tile to modern concrete tiles and flat roofs. The usual weak points are fixings, flashings, chimneys and gutters.
The South East’s airspace includes flight restriction zones around several of its airports, so the Drone Safety Map is checked before any drone flight in NW8. Where permission is needed, the flight waits for it.
Lisson Grove: Living close to Regent's Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. If you own a rental within reach of London Marylebone station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
We check the stack itself, and it isn’t a flue or gas safety check. If a specialist is needed, we will say so.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Ridge and verge mortar on concrete tile roofs can crack and fall away. We check for loose ridge tiles and missing mortar.
Useful tips for NW8 property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Let us know about past leaks
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Photograph stains when they appear
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. They’ll see each defect and its location, so their quotes cover the same ground.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Surveys for landlords and agents in NW8
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.
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.
Common roof problems in NW8
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Common questions in NW8
Do you cover NW8?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, NW8 included.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. Our report notes any materials that might, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
All the main parts of the roof: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.