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Roof surveys in UB7
We cover every part of the UB7 postcode district, which takes in West Drayton, Yiewsley and Harmondsworth. Every survey comes with a written report and photos, and prices start from £150, including VAT.
Places in UB7
Surveys we offer in UB7
- Roof leak investigation
- Gutter survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Chimney survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Landlord roof survey
- Flat roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Drone roof survey
- All services
Let us know the address and the type of roof and we’ll find a date: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Our roof survey service in UB7
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. Flat roofs often need attention long before the main roof. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. We survey flat roofs, chimney stacks and lead flashings, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are loose chimney pots and loose ridge or hip tiles.
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. If you have questions on the day, just ask.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- 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 affects the price in UB7
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- PI and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
Book a survey
For a price for roof surveys in UB7, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Near you in West Drayton
In West Drayton, that means homes and buildings near The Fox and Pheasant pub, West Drayton Academy and Park Academy West London. Also close by are Lake Farm Country Park (1.7 miles east) and Church of St Martin (within half a mile north-west). The closest station to West Drayton is West Drayton station, about 0.5 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include The Chimes (3 miles north) and British Airways Heritage Collection (2.5 miles north). For a walk, there’s Uxbridge Moor and Staines Reservoirs.
Homes and roofs across UB7
Older homes across UB7 frequently keep chimney stacks long after the fires went out, and the lead and mortar around them need watching. Gutters, valleys and fixings come next.
Our area takes in slate-roofed London terraces, clay-tiled Weald houses, Essex weatherboarding and post-war new towns. UB7 is part of that mix.
West Drayton: For site and facilities teams at buildings like West Drayton Academy, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. If you live in an older home near Church of St Martin, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Why get it checked now?
If you’re planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them, or at least know what to expect.
Before you book any surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Surveys for landlords and agents in UB7
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
DIY checks: what’s safe
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Useful tips for UB7 property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- File the report with your home documents
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, and the Premium Survey includes an in-person consultation. You can ask us about anything that is not clear.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
What this survey can’t tell you
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
UB7: your questions answered
What does a roof survey include?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it is safe. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
How much is a survey?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it is agreed before booking.
How long does the visit take?
It typically takes an hour or two at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Report times depend on the package.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we’ll say so.