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Pre-purchase roof survey in Charlton, Greater London
We carry out pre-purchase roof surveys in Charlton and the rest of Greater London. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or gone
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Lead that has worked loose at a wall or chimney
About our pre-purchase roof survey in Charlton
Older homes often have roofs that have been patched over the years. Slates slip when their nails corrode, lead valleys and flashings wear, and chimney pointing crumbles. Little of that is easy to judge from the pavement on a viewing. We look closely and record what we see, with photos so you can see it for yourself. We explain each finding in plain English, so it is clear what it means for your purchase. If you’ve noticed worn or lifted lead flashings and damp timbers or stains in the loft, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flat-roofed extensions and dormers, the roof space and lead flashings and valleys alike.
London terraces and converted houses often share a roof line, chimney stacks and gutters with the house next door. For a purchase or a new roof in Charlton, that shapes what can be checked: only the parts we are given access to and can see safely are inspected. For a flat, the lease usually says who looks after the roof.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Charlton (SE7, SE18)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Whether timbers meet design loads
- Whether the price should change, which is between you and the seller
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Gutters and downpipes
- Natural slate
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- The roof space
What you can safely check yourself
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Why get it checked now?
A slow leak can go unnoticed for months. By the time a stain shows, timber or plaster may already be damp. Finding the cause at the survey stage means you know about it from day one. Any roof job in Charlton means planning around parking, neighbours and access. That’s a good reason to find problems early, while there is time to plan.
Prices start from £150, including VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
What you get with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Visits on any day of the week
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Packages from £150, including VAT
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What we do, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. London terraces rarely offer a view of the whole roof from one spot, so in Charlton we work round the house, using the street, the windows, the loft and any safe vantage point behind it. Shared stairs or a basement flat? Tell us who holds the keys.
- You book once your offer is accepted and let us know the address and your timetable.
- 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.
- Each part of the roof is examined and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations to read before exchange.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Pre-purchase roof surveys around Charlton
Historic houses such as Queen's House, about 1.9 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Charlton goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Charlton is inside, or right on the edge of, the flight restriction zone around London City Airport. Where the drone is part of the survey, permission from the airport is needed first, and the flight only goes ahead if it is given.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Catherine Labouré, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. If you own a rental within reach of Charlton station, it is worth knowing a roof’s condition before you buy it, or before you sign off new roofing work on it. For a London address like Charlton, it’s useful to know about controlled parking before the day, along with any off-street space.
Charlton is about 2 miles west of Plumstead, in Greater London. If you are in Charlton, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across Greater London, we cover Charlton and the places around it. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the SE7 and SE18 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Floyd Road, Guild Road and Priolo Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include New Charlton (1 mile north-west), Westcombe Park (1 mile west), Woolwich (1 mile east), Vanbrugh Park Estate (1 mile south-west) and Kidbrooke (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include London (6 miles west), City of Westminster (8 miles west), Marylebone (8 miles west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (7 miles west) and Shoreditch (6 miles north-west).
Near you in Charlton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Charlton Park, Wildwood Montessori School and Royal Greenwich Trust School and the streets around them. Charlton has its own railway station: Charlton station. Well-known places in the area include British Hospital for Mothers and Babies (0.5 miles east) and Gallions Reach Shopping Park (2.3 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Gilbert's Pit.
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
These details help when you contact us:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
To get a price for pre-purchase roof surveys in Charlton, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
For landlords and managing agents
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it when booking and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Your questions about pre-purchase roof surveys in Charlton
Is my home in Charlton listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Charlton?
It rarely stops a survey, but it is worth planning. Let us know the parking rules on your street and we’ll work around them.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Report times depend on the package, from the same day for Premium to within 48 hours for Basic.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
At what stage of buying should I get the roof surveyed?
Book as soon as your offer is agreed. You need the report before you exchange, because after that the roof is yours to deal with.
How do I book a survey in Charlton?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll suggest the right survey. We survey on any day of the week.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.