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Roof surveys in SE14
Pre-purchase, leak, drone and flat roof surveys across SE14, covering New Cross, Peckham and Deptford. Prices from £150 including VAT and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Places in SE14
Services in SE14
- Chimney survey
- Electronic leak detection
- New roof snagging
- Drone roof survey
- Gutter survey
- Flat roof survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Storm damage roof report
- Landlord roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Roof survey
- Every service
Let us know the address and the type of roof and we’ll find a date: call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Our roof survey service in SE14
There is no single reason to have a roof surveyed. 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: a careful look, then a clear written report. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends, so it’s easy to find a day that suits. We are frequently asked to look into leaning or weathered chimney stacks and loose ridge or hip tiles, across flat roofs, chimney stacks and lead flashings.
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
How our prices work
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why customers in SE14 book us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Surveys seven days a week
Getting a price
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Landmarks near New Cross
Around New Cross, our work takes us to homes and buildings near St James's Church, Fordham Park and St. Paul's. Nearby too are Addey and Stanhope School (under half a mile north-east), Laban Centre (0.9 miles north-east), Myatt Garden Primary School (less than half a mile south-east) and Wickham Arms (under half a mile south). There is a railway station in New Cross itself: New Cross station. Nearby you will also find Fan Museum (1.2 miles north-east) and Greenwich Castle (1.5 miles east). The countryside around New Cross includes St. James's Park Lake and Tower Hill.
Roof surveys across SE14: local notes
Across SE14, a good many older houses still have chimney stacks, used or not, and their flashings and pointing need checking like any other part of the roof. Valleys, gutters and fixings follow close behind.
Our area covers London and South East England, including SE14. Housing here runs from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to post-war new towns and modern estates.
New Cross: If you let a flat or house near New Cross station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Queen's House lies about 1.5 miles north-east, so building around New Cross goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby frequently mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded, and for flashings replaced with mortar or bitumen.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
Surveys for landlords and agents in SE14
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in SE14. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
What this survey can’t tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- An exact number of years the roof has left
Signs you need a roof survey
A chimney stack takes more weather than almost any other part of a roof. Pointing erodes, flaunching cracks and pots work loose. Water that gets into a stack can show up as damp in the rooms below.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
Prices for roof surveys in SE14
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What to tell us when you get in touch
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it is useful to mention:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Your questions about roof surveys in SE14
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How long does a roof survey take?
Allow about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. We do not provide structural calculations.