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Roof Leak Investigation in Earl's Court
Tracing where water is getting into your roof across Earl's Court, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
Common questions in Earl's Court
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Earl's Court?
Usually it’s manageable with a little notice. Tell us what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
Is Earl's Court in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
When does the report arrive?
It depends on the package: the Basic Survey report arrives within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey the same day. The report is emailed to you.
How do I book a survey in Earl's Court?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it normally takes between one and two hours for most houses, or half a day or so for a commercial building. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, so you can see what we mean.
Roof leak investigation in Earl's Court
Some leaks only appear in certain weather. Driving rain from one direction, melting snow or a gutter that overflows in a downpour can all set it off. Telling us when it happens helps a lot, along with any photos you’ve taken. Even on a dry day, a leak usually leaves clues: stained timbers, tide marks and damp underlay. Moisture detection shows which materials are still damp. We survey flat roof details, valleys and parapet gutters and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are leaks below a flat extension roof and staining around the chimney inside.
In London, leaks often start somewhere hidden: a butterfly roof’s central valley gutter, a parapet gutter, a chimney flashing or a flat roof over a back addition. Whether you’re tracing a leak or recording storm damage in Earl's Court, those are among the first places to look. A hidden gutter that overflows can send water a long way before it shows.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Location
- Earl's Court (W14, W8, SW5)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Earl's Court
Welsh slate on Victorian and Edwardian terraces is a familiar sight across inner London. Many have butterfly roofs draining to a central valley gutter, with parapet walls and gutters hidden behind them. Shared chimney stacks, party-wall upstands and lead work come with this kind of house. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. With Garden Lodge about 0.3 miles north-west, Earl's Court sits in an area with a long building history. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of West Brompton station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. For an older house near a landmark like St Cuthbert's, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Earl's Court is about 1 mile south-east of Kensington, in Greater London. We provide roof leak investigations for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Earl's Court and the surrounding area. Our Greater London coverage includes Earl's Court.
We cover every part of the W14, W8 and SW5 postcode area for roof leak investigations. Local streets include Sun Road, Star Road and Rich Lane, and we cover them all. Earl's Court is on the A3218 and A3220, which makes it simple to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for roof leak investigations include West Brompton (1 mile south), South Kensington (1 mile east), Little Chelsea (1 mile south-east), World's End (1 mile south-east) and Walham Green (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover London (4 miles east), Marylebone (3 miles north-east), St Pancras (4 miles north-east), Shoreditch (6 miles north-east), Walthamstow (10 miles north-east) and Hoxton (6 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Earl's Court
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Abdus Salam Library, Gwendwr Garden and Courtfield pub, among other places. Also close by are The Fulham Boys School (less than half a mile west) and Collingham College (less than half a mile east). Earl's Court has its own railway station: West Brompton station. Nearby you’ll also find Montfichet's Tower (4.4 miles east) and Kensington Arcade (0.7 miles north). Not far away are Campden Hill and The Long Water.
Signs you need a roof leak investigation in Earl's Court
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and as it ages it splits, blisters and opens at the laps. Upstands and outlets are common weak points.
People usually book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Condensation that looks like a leak
If you live near a park like Gwendwr Garden, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What happens after the report arrives
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
A leak at a flashing frequently shows some way from the joint. We check every flashing that could feed the stain.
Valleys
Stains from a valley leak often show some distance off. From inside the roof space, we follow the water’s route back.
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How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely. The survey normally takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. In Earl's Court, as in much of London, lots of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so the back of the roof is often seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents as you book.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- Inside, we look at the stain and the ceiling around it.
- From the loft space, we trace the water’s route where there is safe access.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from ground level, windows and the roof where safe.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Note the weather when the leak shows
- Clear the loft hatch so we can get in
- Do not touch fittings that water is reaching
- Tell us about any past repairs to the roof
With the Standard Survey you get a follow-up consultation, while Premium includes one in person. It’s a chance to ask about anything in the report.
Check the loft after heavy rain, with care and a good torch. Watch for water marks, wet underlay and damp wood. Take photos of anything that changes.
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
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 applicable.
What this survey cannot tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Carrying out the fix
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Rooflights and dormers
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roof details
- Slate and tile slopes
- The roof space