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Pre-purchase roof survey in Bromley, Greater London
Wondering about the roof at a property in Bromley? You can book a pre-purchase roof survey in Bromley and across Greater London.
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
Pre-purchase roof survey in Bromley
The best time to book is once your offer has been accepted and before you exchange contracts. That is when the findings are most useful, because nothing is binding yet. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when the chain is moving fast. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. If you’re worried about lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney and standing water on a flat extension roof, we can find out what’s behind it.
Homes across London range from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to interwar semis, post-war blocks and new developments, so a property in Bromley might be any of these. Whether the roof is old or newly laid, the problem areas depend on how and when the building went up. Slate roofs, butterfly valleys, parapet gutters and flat-roofed rear additions each have their own weak points.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Bromley (BR2, BR1, BR6, BR5)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Bromley
Buildings put up or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. Cement roof sheets, soffits and flue pipes are typical places to find it. We do not test for it or carry out asbestos surveys, but we flag materials that might and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before work starts.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Roof slopes that look uneven or sagging
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Cracked flaunching or crumbling chimney pointing
For a London address like Bromley, it’s useful to know about controlled parking before the day, along with any off-street space.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What insurance they carry
What affects the price in Bromley
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Small roof defects let water in slowly. Damp can spread into timbers and ceilings before anyone sees a mark. Spotting it before you buy lets you deal with it as soon as you move in. In Bromley, as in much of London, water from a roof defect can reach a neighbour’s home as easily as yours: failed flashings and blocked valley gutters can send water into more than one home. Finding it early keeps the work smaller.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why us?
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Visits on any day of the week
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Bromley: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Bromley is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is parking a problem for a survey in Bromley?
London parking needs a little planning, so let us know about permits, bays or a driveway when booking. The visit is then planned around what’s available.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Where it is safe, yes. Much of the inspection is done from the ground, from windows and from the loft space. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do you need to go inside the property?
If it can be arranged, yes. Inside, the loft shows leaks, damp timbers and the underlay. If access isn’t possible, we note it in the report.
Do you work in Bromley?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Bromley included.
Is this the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a dedicated roof survey, and you get a written report with photos. It isn’t a RICS survey and doesn’t cover the rest of the house.
Buying a home or a new roof in Bromley
Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. Hips, bay roofs and later loft conversions are typical of those semis, if your home is one of them. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new. With Bromley Palace about 0.3 miles east, Bromley sits in an area with a long building history. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
The streets around a church such as Church of St Peter and St Paul are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light. Landlords with a home close to Bromley South station may find that a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer.
Bromley is about 8 miles south-east of London, in Greater London. Bromley is one of many places we visit across Greater London, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Bromley is one of the towns and villages in Greater London where we work for pre-purchase roof surveys. There’s also a page for London.
We survey roofs across BR2, BR1, BR6 and BR5 for pre-purchase roof surveys. You will find streets such as High Street, Church Road and St Paul's Square, and we cover them all. You’ll find Bromley on the A222 and A223, which makes it simple to reach. We also cover Sundridge (1 mile north-east), Plaistow (1 mile north), Bickley (1 mile east), Widmore (1 mile east) and Downham (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as London (8 miles north-west), City of Westminster (11 miles north-west), Marylebone (11 miles north-west), Kensington (12 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (9 miles north-west).
Around Bromley
We work in homes and buildings around Bullers Wood School for Boys, The Richmal Crompton pub and Church House Gardens and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Bromley itself: Bromley South station. A little further out are The Mall (within half a mile east) and Bromley Hospital (under half a mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include Downham Woodland Walk and Summer Hill.
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Ask for any paperwork for recent roof work
- For a flat, check who is responsible for the roof
- Check we will be able to get into the roof space
- Give your solicitor a copy of the report
With Standard, you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes a consultation in person. If anything in the report is not clear, ask us.
Look in the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Watch for stains, damp timbers and chinks of daylight. Take photos so you can show whoever looks at it.
How it works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit usually takes between one and two hours at a typical house, with time for the loft where it can be reached. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents as you book.
- You get in touch after your offer is agreed, with the address and your target exchange date.
- Access is arranged through you, the agent or the seller.
- We inspect the roof from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with photos and recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Advice
Other services in Bromley
Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings are a common source of leaks, so they get close attention in a pre-purchase survey. Any that need attention are photographed and explained.
Chimney stacks
We inspect the outside of the stack, and it is not a flue or gas safety check. We’ll say if the flue needs a specialist.