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Beckenham Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Beckenham. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Torn or sagging underlay
Roof survey in Beckenham
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. We check the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, along with the loft where it is safe to get in. You get a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations. Where it is relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. Common reasons to book are valley linings that have cracked or split and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, on lead flashings, the roof space and flat roofs.
Many London terraces have a butterfly roof, with two slopes meeting in a central valley gutter that drains to the rear. Hidden behind the parapet, that gutter can block or split without anyone seeing it. For a house in Beckenham with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Beckenham (BR3, SE26, BR4, SE20)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys in Beckenham: local notes
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Bromley Palace, about 2.1 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Beckenham. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to Christ Church: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you look after a building such as Harris Primary Academy Beckenham Green, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Beckenham is about 7 miles south-east of London, in Greater London. Whether the building in Beckenham is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Across Greater London, we cover Beckenham. London is in our area too.
We survey roofs across BR3, SE26, BR4 and SE20 for roof surveys. We offer roof surveys to properties on High Street, The Drive and Stanmore Terrace. Being close to the B230 and B251, Beckenham is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Beckenham: Penge (1 mile west), Bell Green (2 miles north), Bellingham (2 miles north), Southend (2 miles north) and Sydenham (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns like London (7 miles north-west), City of Westminster (9 miles north-west), Marylebone (9 miles north-west), Kensington (10 miles north-west), St Pancras (9 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (8 miles north).
Around Beckenham
Around Beckenham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Harris Academy Beckenham, Beckenham Place Park and The George Inn, among other places. There’s a railway station in Beckenham itself: Beckenham Junction station. Well-known places in the area include Greenwich Castle (5 miles north) and The Glades (1.9 miles east). Not far away are Summer Hill and Dacres Wood.
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Most leaks begin at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. They get particular attention in every survey.
Flat roof coverings
Felt flat roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber frequently lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30. We check its condition and the signs of age.
Your questions about roof surveys in Beckenham
How do I find out if my home in Beckenham is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
I let a flat near Beckenham Junction station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Do you work in Beckenham?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Beckenham included.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain doesn’t normally stop a survey. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. For a price, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. They’ll see each defect and its location, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
What we’re asked to look at in Beckenham
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while rain gets into every gap. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
For landlords with property near Beckenham Junction station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Before booking anyone
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Their insurance cover
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What affects the price in Beckenham
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Getting in touch
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- When you need the report by
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
What happens on the day
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. From the street, a London terrace usually shows only its front slope or parapet, so a visit in Beckenham 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.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
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Why get it checked now?
Without a survey, you are guessing at what the roof needs. That can lead to the wrong work being done, or miss the fault that matters. We tell you what’s really needed. Many older London roofs have only old felt under the slates, or no underlay at all, so a slipped slate can soon mean water inside. Left unchecked, water soaks into timber and plaster and the damage spreads.
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both with VAT included. You will know the exact price before booking.
Why us?
- 98% of customers satisfied
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.