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Old Ford Roof Leak Investigation
Roof leak investigations in Old Ford from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Damp patches next to the stack
- Condensation that looks like a leak
- Ceiling stains that grow after rain
Roof leak investigations for homes and businesses in Old Ford
Some ‘leaks’ are not leaks at all. Condensation in a cold, poorly ventilated loft can drip from nails and timbers, and the stains look much like a leak. Knowing which it is means the right fix can be done, since the cure for one won’t solve the other. We check the pattern of damp, the weather and the ventilation before reaching a view. If you’ve noticed ceiling stains that grow after rain and drips in the loft during heavy rain, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In converted houses and blocks across London, water from a roof can run a long way before it shows on a ceiling, sometimes in a different flat from the one below the defect. Tracing it back matters, both for dealing with the cause and for any insurance claim. We look at what we are given access to in Old Ford, inside and out. It helps to know when the water appears and in what weather.
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, whichever applies.
- Where
- Old Ford (E3, E15, E9)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price roof leak investigations
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Roof leak investigation starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Old Ford
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Old Ford roofs and the weather
The wider area around Old Ford has a long history of building, with Sutton House about 1.5 miles north-west. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Many homes in inner London are Victorian and Edwardian terraces, often with Welsh slate roofs. From the street you may see only a parapet, with a butterfly roof and a valley gutter behind it draining to the back. In a house like that, shared stacks, party-wall upstands and lead flashings all need looking at as far as they can be seen. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you run a business near Westfield Stratford City, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Paul Old Ford, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. Living close to Grove Hall Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Old Ford is about 2 miles west of Plaistow, in Greater London. Bookings from Old Ford are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our Greater London coverage includes Old Ford and the places around it.
Here we cover the E3, E15 and E9 postcode area for roof leak investigations. Streets in the area include Bow Road, Wick Lane and Dace Road. We also cover the places around Old Ford: Donnybrook Quarter (1 mile west), Fish Island (1 mile north), Bow (1 mile south-west), Hackney Wick (1 mile north) and Bromley (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as London (4 miles south-west), City of Westminster (6 miles west), Marylebone (6 miles west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles west) and Walthamstow (4 miles north).
What’s near Old Ford
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Lea Tavern, Grove Hall Park and Old Ford Primary - A Paradigm Academy, among other places. The nearest railway station is Hackney Wick station, roughly 0.6 miles north. Nearby you will also find Tower of London (3 miles south-west) and St Clement's Hospital (0.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Hollow Pond and Old Ford Island.
What we do, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours, more where the leak is intermittent or the roof is large. London terraces rarely offer a view of the whole roof from one spot, so a visit in Old Ford moves between viewpoints: the pavement, upstairs windows, the loft and any safe spot at the back. Shared stairs or a basement flat? Let us know who holds the keys.
- You tell us where the water appears, when, and what the weather was doing.
- We examine the damp area and the rooms near it.
- From the loft space, we trace the water’s route where there’s safe access.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from ground level, windows and the roof where safe.
- We email a written report showing where the water most likely gets in.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets in another room
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
For a price for roof leak investigations in Old Ford, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Take dated photos of the leak
- Mention earlier attempts to fix the leak
- Don’t touch fittings that water is reaching
- Stay off ladders and the roof
If the leak turns out to be condensation, the report says so, with recommendations on ventilation. It saves chasing a leak that is not there.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear, particularly in autumn. Blocked outlets on parapet and flat roofs cause many leaks. Use a professional rather than climbing up yourself.
Common questions in Old Ford
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Old Ford?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot.
Do you cover Old Ford?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Old Ford is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
When does the report arrive?
Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24–48 hours and Premium reports on the same day. All of them come by email, ready to forward.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies.
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Leave it or get it looked at?
A leak near lights or wiring needs attention quickly. Keep away from any fitting that water is reaching. Finding where the water is getting in should follow straight away. Blocked gutters and hoppers on London houses overflow and soak brickwork. A small blockage left for a few winters becomes a damp problem.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book us in Old Ford
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in.