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Pre-purchase roof survey in South Wimbledon, Greater London
An experienced roof surveyor for pre-purchase roof surveys in South Wimbledon. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
- Worn or lifted lead flashings
- Ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof
Landlord and commercial surveys in South Wimbledon
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
About our pre-purchase roof survey in South Wimbledon
Buying a home is a big commitment, and the roof is one of the costliest parts to put right. A pre-purchase roof survey looks at it closely before you are tied in. We look at the slates or tiles, the ridges and valleys, the flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, plus the loft where there’s safe access. The findings come in a written report with photos. We survey natural slate, gutters and downpipes and flat-roofed extensions and dormers, and common reasons people get in touch are slipped or missing slates and tiles and old water stains in the roof space.
In London, a good many houses have been split into flats, extended or fitted with a dormer loft conversion. Each change adds roof details, such as flat roofs, new flashings and junctions with the original slopes. For a purchase in South Wimbledon, 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.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- South Wimbledon (SW19, SW20, SW17)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Whether the price should change, which is between you and the seller
- Anything beyond the roof, which a full home survey covers
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in South Wimbledon
- The roof space
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
Common questions in South Wimbledon
Can parking be tricky for a visit in South Wimbledon?
Normally it is manageable with a little notice. Let us know the parking rules on your street and we will work around them.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in South Wimbledon?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How do I book a survey in South Wimbledon?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof, and we will recommend the right survey. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
How soon is the report ready?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard reports within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. We send it by email, with photos.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Do you go up on the roof?
When conditions and the roof make it safe, yes. We also inspect from ground level, upper windows and the roof space, and a drone is part of the Premium Survey where it applies.
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What we do, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. 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. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, let us know when you book.
- We help you pick the package that suits the property.
- We agree a visit, including weekends if that helps.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- We send the report with recommendations ranked by urgency, ready for you to discuss with the seller or agent.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
How to book
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
When to book a survey in South Wimbledon
Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999. It is often found in cement sheets, soffits and flue pipes. We do not test for it or carry out asbestos surveys, but our report flags materials that could contain it so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before anything is disturbed.
We are often asked to look at:
- Chimney mortar that has eroded
- Blocked or leaking gutters
- Signs of past leaks inside the loft
- Flashings that have lifted or split
As a London address, South Wimbledon can be tricky for parking: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day easier, as a space near the door cannot be promised.
Questions to ask before you book
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Will the report include photos?
Local roofs and buyers in South Wimbledon
South Wimbledon is about 2 miles from the edge of the flight restriction zone around London Heliport in Battersea. If the drone is used for your survey, the exact boundary is checked for the address first. About 1.6 miles west lies Southside House, a reminder of how long the area around South Wimbledon has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you live in an older home near Holy Trinity, the roof may have had decades of patch repairs, and the survey shows where they are. Landlords with a home close to Wimbledon station may find that the roof is worth checking before you add another property to a portfolio or pay a roofer in full.
South Wimbledon is about 1 mile south-east of Wimbledon, in Greater London. If you’re in South Wimbledon, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our Greater London coverage includes South Wimbledon. We also survey roofs in London.
Postcode districts we cover here for pre-purchase roof surveys: SW19, SW20 and SW17. Whether your property is on Gap Road, Mina Road and York Road or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to South Wimbledon include Merton (1 mile south-east), Merton Abbey (1 mile south-east), Summerstown (1 mile north-east), Colliers Wood (1 mile east) and Tooting Bec (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include London (7 miles north-east), City of Westminster (7 miles north), Marylebone (7 miles north), Kensington (6 miles north), St Pancras (8 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (9 miles north-east).
Near you in South Wimbledon
Around South Wimbledon, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Wimbledon High School, Wibbas Down Inn and Willington School and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in South Wimbledon itself: Wimbledon station. Nearby you’ll also find Southside Wandsworth (2.4 miles north) and Wimbledon Museum (0.9 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Battersea Park Lake and Merton Park Green Walks.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Sellers are not always aware of roof problems. Their answers on the property forms only cover what they know about. Our survey shows you the roof as it is today, whatever anyone remembers. Blocked gutters and hoppers on London houses overflow and soak brickwork, which can lead to damp inside. A small blockage left for a few winters becomes a damp problem.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
See how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Prices for pre-purchase roof surveys in South Wimbledon
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The size of the roof
- Which survey package you book
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.