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Pre-purchase roof survey in Paddington Green, Greater London
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Paddington Green. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
Pre-purchase roof surveys for homes and businesses in Paddington Green
A RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey covers the whole building, and the roof is only one part of it. Our survey is not a RICS survey, and it does not replace one. What it adds is a closer look at the roof alone, with photos and written recommendations you can act on. The two sit side by side if you want the fullest picture. Common reasons to book are gutters choked with leaves and moss and blistered or split felt on a flat roof, across flat-roofed extensions and dormers, the roof space and lead flashings and valleys.
Many London homes have been converted into flats, extended at the back or given a loft conversion with a dormer. Each change adds roof details, such as flat roofs, new flashings and junctions with the original slopes. For a purchase in Paddington Green, or for new roofing work there, those junctions deserve a careful look. Dormer cheeks, lead work and new flat roofs are worth checking closely, as faults there are easy to miss.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Paddington Green (W2, W1H, NW8)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Honest limits
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- The condition of the rest of the house (that is a RICS home survey)
- Confirmation of asbestos in cement sheets or soffits
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings and valleys
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Clay and concrete tiles
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Paddington Green: local notes
With Winfield House about 0.9 miles north-east, Paddington Green sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, 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 flight restriction zone around London Heliport in Battersea comes within about 2 miles of Paddington Green. If your survey includes the drone, the exact boundary is checked for the address first.
The streets around a church such as St Mary on Paddington Green Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. For landlords with property near London Paddington station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in.
Paddington Green is about 1 mile north-west of City of Westminster, in Greater London. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Paddington Green can all book pre-purchase roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Our Greater London coverage includes Paddington Green and the places around it.
We cover every part of the W2, W1H and NW8 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as Harrow Road, Craven Road and Lanark Road. Main roads around Paddington Green include the A5 and A40. Neighbouring places we cover for pre-purchase roof surveys include Paddington (1 mile south-east), Little Venice (1 mile west), Lisson Grove (1 mile north-east), Hyde Park Estate (1 mile south-east) and Connaught Village (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (4 miles south-east), St Pancras (3 miles east), Shoreditch (4 miles east), Walthamstow (8 miles north-east), Hoxton (4 miles east) and Whitechapel (5 miles east).
Local landmarks in Paddington Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Royal Society of Medicine Library, International Community School and Sir Alexander Fleming pub, among other places. Also close by are North Westminster Community School (less than half a mile east) and Kensington Gardens (0.9 miles south). There’s a railway station in Paddington Green itself: London Paddington station. Other landmarks nearby include Harrods (1.5 miles south) and London Toy & Model Museum (0.6 miles south-west). Not far away are The Long Water and Greville Place nature reserve.
What we are asked to look at in Paddington Green
Rear extensions, dormers and garages often have flat roofs. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and standing water, blisters and splits are typical signs of ageing. They’re easy to overlook on a viewing, especially when they’re only visible from an upper floor.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Blistered or split felt on a flat roof
- Flashings that have lifted or split
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
Controlled parking zones are common in London, so mention any permit rules for Paddington Green, along with any off-street space.
What to check before booking
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Are they insured for the work?
- Will the report include photos?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
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Paddington Green: your questions answered
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Paddington Green?
Parking in Paddington Green, as in most of London, takes a little planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day run more smoothly, so mention what’s available when booking.
How do I find out if my home in Paddington Green is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How do I arrange a pre-purchase roof survey in Paddington Green?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
What happens on the day
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos, sent to you by email. As for time on site, it typically takes an hour or two at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is frequently on a shared landing. If that applies to your building, it’s useful to agree access with the neighbours or the managing agent first. Otherwise, the visit in Paddington Green runs like any other.
- After your offer is agreed, you book and share your timetable.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller, including the loft.
- We start outside, looking at the roof from ground level and from vantage points.
- Inside, we check the roof space and look at the roof from windows.
- The report is emailed with photos and recommendations, ready to use before exchange.
Before we arrive
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
Advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in Paddington Green
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- The address and postcode of the property
- What made you get in touch
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.