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Roof surveys in SW11
Roof surveys, leak investigations and drone surveys across SW11, covering Clapham Junction, Battersea and Sands End. Clear prices including VAT and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Towns and villages in SW11
Services in SW11
- Roof survey
- Gutter survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Storm damage roof report
- Chimney survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Drone roof survey
- Flat roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Electronic leak detection
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Give us the street, the postcode and a line about the roof so we can match the survey to the roof: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
About roof surveys in SW11
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages frequently have flat roofs. They’re included alongside the main roof, including signs of standing water, splits and tired upstands. Flat roofs often need attention long before the main roof. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. We survey lead flashings, flat roofs and clay and concrete tiles, and people most frequently book us about water stains on rafters and ceiling joists and ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs.
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
What you’ll pay
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Every finding written up with photos
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
Near you in Clapham Junction
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Clapham Welsh Presbyterian Church, The Falcon pub and Imperial Park and the streets around them. Also close by are Christ Church CofE Primary School (under half a mile north), Thames Christian College (less than half a mile north-west) and Emanuel School (0.6 miles south-west). Clapham Junction has its own railway station: Clapham Junction station. Nearby you will also find Baynard's Castle (4.4 miles north-east) and Battersea General Hospital (0.8 miles north). For a walk, there’s Battersea Park Lake and Wandle Meadow Nature Park.
Roof surveys across SW11: local notes
Across SW11, plenty of older houses still have chimney stacks, used or not, and the lead and mortar around them need watching. Gutters, valleys and fixings come next.
Across London and South East England, older homes frequently have slate or clay tiles, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Each roof in SW11 is checked with its age and materials in mind.
Clapham Junction: Shop and office owners around Southside Wandsworth may find that a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Christ Church CofE Primary School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- A structural engineer’s report
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
What we are asked to look at in SW11
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Lead can crack, lift or slip with age, and mortar fillets crack. Lead is also a target for theft.
People normally book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
Useful tips for SW11 property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Keep the report with your property records
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Photograph stains when they appear
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. They’ll see each defect and its location, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Every so often, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Photograph anything new.
Surveys for landlords and agents in SW11
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles are common on older South East homes. Rotten pegs and battens let tiles move.
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but its nails often corrode first. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates.
Your questions about roof surveys in SW11
Is SW11 in your area?
Yes, we do. We carry out roof surveys in SW11.
When will the report arrive?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It’s emailed to you.
How much does a roof survey cost in SW11?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before you book. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We will rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.