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Roof Survey in Bexley
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across Bexley, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
Why get it checked now?
A small roof defect typically gets bigger. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. Behind a London parapet, a blocked gutter can sit full of water without anyone seeing it. When the stain finally shows, the damage underneath is often older than it looks.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What you get with us
- Surveys on any day of the week
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 98% of customers satisfied
- A written report with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Roof survey in Bexley: what you get
Our report is written in plain English, not jargon. Each defect is described with photos and a recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. Typical surveys look at worn or blocked valleys and gutters that overflow in heavy rain, across clay and concrete tiles, the roof space and lead flashings.
Many London terraces have a butterfly roof, with two slopes meeting in a central valley gutter that drains to the rear. From the street you see only a parapet wall, so blocked outlets and split linings go unnoticed until water comes through a ceiling. For a house in Bexley with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Bexley (DA5, DA6, DA14, DA1)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.
It helps 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.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East frequently have clay plain tiles. When pegs or battens rot, tiles slip, leaving gaps along the courses.
Lead flashings and valleys
Flashings close the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. We check for lead that has lifted, split or slipped, and for flashings replaced with mortar or bitumen.
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Roof surveys in Bexley: local notes
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Historic houses such as Red House, about 0.9 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Bexley goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For landlords with property near Bexley station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Shop and office owners around Broadway Shopping Centre may find that a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. If you live in an older home near Parish Church of St John the Evangelist, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Bexley is about 3 miles east of Eltham, in Greater London. Anywhere in Bexley, we can come and survey your property. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. London is in our area too.
We cover every part of the DA5, DA6, DA14 and DA1 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Bexley High Street, Camden Road and The North Glade or anywhere close by, we can help. Being close to the A2018 and B2210, Bexley is simple for us to get to for roof surveys. Other places close to Bexley include Blendon (1 mile north-west), North Cray (1 mile south), Bexleyheath (1 mile north), Upton (1 mile north) and Coldblow (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns like London (11 miles west), City of Westminster (13 miles west), Marylebone (13 miles north-west), Kensington (15 miles west), St Pancras (12 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (11 miles north-west).
Near you in Bexley
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Columba's Catholic Boys' School, Danson Park and Townley Grammar School and the streets around them. Bexley’s nearest station is Bexley station, about 0.6 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Broadway Shopping Centre (1 mile north-east) and Bexley Museum (1.1 miles east). For a walk, there’s Summer Hill and Wansunt Pit.
What affects the price in Bexley
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The size of the roof
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
When you need someone else
It helps to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
Questions from Bexley
Is parking a problem for a survey in Bexley?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day run more smoothly.
I let a flat near Bexley station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. Our report notes any materials that might, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, we can. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. If a problem seems to come from next door, we will say so.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a London area like Bexley, the main things to sort out are parking and access: tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space, which floor the property is on and how to get into the loft. We then look at what can be seen safely from the ground, windows, the loft and, where it’s safe, the roof itself.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before booking.