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Pre-Purchase Roof Survey in Walham Green
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a pre-purchase roof survey in Walham Green and across Greater London.
- Sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes
- Gutters that overflow or drip at the joints
- Quick fixes on flashings and valleys
Landlord and commercial surveys in Walham Green
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Pre-purchase roof survey in Walham Green: what you get
Some roofs can’t be seen well from ground level or from windows. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, and the report arrives the same day. Where a flight isn’t possible, because of airspace rules or the weather, we tell you and inspect from every other safe vantage point. Typical surveys look at sagging ridge lines or uneven roof slopes and gutters that overflow or drip at the joints, on the roof space, lead flashings and valleys and flat-roofed extensions and dormers.
London terraces and converted houses frequently share a roof line, chimney stacks and gutters with the house next door. That matters for anyone buying in Walham Green or checking a new roof there: only the parts we’re given access to and can see safely are inspected. If it is a flat, the lease usually sets out who is responsible for the roof.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Where
- Walham Green (SW6, SW10, SW11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
What a pre-purchase roof survey looks like in Walham Green
Close to the centre of London, a great many houses are Victorian or Edwardian terraces, many of them roofed in Welsh slate. Many have butterfly roofs draining to a central valley gutter, with parapet walls and gutters hidden behind them. If your home in Walham Green is one of them, lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are part of the picture too. For a purchase or a newly finished roof, the materials decide which details matter most. The flight restriction zone around London Heliport in Battersea covers Walham Green, or comes right up to its edge. Where the drone is part of the survey, we ask the heliport for permission first, and only fly if it’s given.
If you live in an older home near Church of St John, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming. Controlled parking zones are common in London, so mention any permit rules for Walham Green. Historic houses such as Carlyle's House, about 1 mile north-east, show how far back building around Walham Green goes. When you buy an older home, the roof’s age, past repairs and any listing all affect what you might spend later.
Walham Green is about 2 miles south of Kensington, in Greater London. We survey roofs in Walham Green and the rest of Greater London. Across Greater London, we cover Walham Green and the places around it.
Surveys in SW6, SW10 and SW11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Farm Lane, Lots Road and Epple Road. Walham Green is on the A304, which makes it simple to reach. If you’re just outside Walham Green, we cover Chelsea Harbour (1 mile south-east), Parsons Green (1 mile south-west), World's End (1 mile north-east), Sands End (1 mile south-east) and West Brompton (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include London (4 miles east), City of Westminster (3 miles north-east), Marylebone (3 miles north-east), St Pancras (5 miles north-east), Shoreditch (6 miles north-east) and Walthamstow (10 miles north-east).
Near you in Walham Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Natural History Museum Library and Archives, Heatherley School of Fine Art and Langford Primary School, among other places. Nearby too are William Parnell Park (less than half a mile south) and The Rose pub (within half a mile south-east). There is a railway station in Walham Green itself: Imperial Wharf station. Nearby you’ll also find Chelsea Stadium Tour And Museum (within half a mile north) and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital (0.5 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Battersea Park Lake and WWT London Wetland Centre.
Walham Green: your questions answered
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Walham Green?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot.
Is my home in Walham Green listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
When will the report arrive?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Reports are emailed with photos included.
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 across London and South East England.
How do I book a survey in Walham Green?
Simply phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
How long does the survey visit take?
The visit typically takes about one to two hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. We will give you an idea of timing when you book.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
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What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a visit in Walham Green, parking and access are the things to plan: tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space, which floor the property is on and how to get into the loft. On the day, the roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from inside the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You get in touch after your offer is agreed, with the address and your target exchange date.
- We arrange access with you, the agent or the seller.
- We check the roof from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Each part of the roof is examined and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations to read before exchange.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, tell us about the property and we will recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
How we price pre-purchase roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
When you need someone else
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- A valuation or a promise of a lower price
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Walham Green
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Gutters and downpipes
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
Leave it or get it looked at?
A seller may honestly not know the state of the roof. The forms they complete only show what they’re aware of. Our survey shows you the roof as it is today, whatever anyone remembers. Any roof job in Walham Green means planning around parking, neighbours and access. Knowing what’s needed early gives you time to plan it calmly, rather than in a rush after a leak.
Pre-purchase roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
What you get with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- 20+ years’ experience
- Clear package prices, including VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.