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Roof survey in Blackheath, Greater London
Wondering about the roof at a property in Blackheath? We carry out roof surveys in Blackheath and across Greater London.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Blackheath
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, others want a check before selling or after years without one. The approach is the same in each case: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We survey clay and concrete tiles, chimney stacks and the roof space, and people most often book us about slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and gutters that overflow in heavy rain.
A London butterfly roof slopes down to a central valley gutter that drains to the back of the house. Hidden behind the parapet, that gutter can block or split without anyone seeing it. For a house in Blackheath with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Blackheath (SE3, SE13, SE10)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
Nearby places to Blackheath
Other services in Blackheath
Blackheath homes and their roofs
The flight restriction zone around London City Airport comes within about 1 mile of Blackheath. If your survey includes the drone, the exact boundary is checked for the address first. Welsh slate on Victorian and Edwardian terraces is a familiar sight across inner London. Behind many of their parapets sit butterfly roofs and valley gutters that can’t be seen from the pavement. Lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are typical of these houses, if yours is one of them. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
If you live near a park like Manor House Gardens, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as All Saints' Church of England Primary School Blackheath, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Blackheath is about 1 mile south-east of Greenwich, in Greater London. Blackheath is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, large and small.
Every address in SE3, SE13 and SE10 is within our area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Pond Road, Heath Lane and Wemyss Road or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Vanbrugh Park Estate (1 mile north), Greenwich (1 mile north-west), Maze Hill (1 mile north), Lewisham (1 mile south-west) and Westcombe Park (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include London (5 miles north-west), City of Westminster (8 miles north-west), Marylebone (7 miles north-west), Kensington (9 miles west), St Pancras (7 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (5 miles north-west).
Near you in Blackheath
In Blackheath, that means homes and buildings near The Princess Of Wales Pub, Blackheath Proprietary School and Manor House Gardens. There’s a railway station in Blackheath itself: Blackheath station. Other landmarks nearby include Lewisham Shopping Centre (1.1 miles south-west) and Royal Observatory (0.7 miles north-west). The countryside around Blackheath includes Tower Hill and Birdbrook Road Nature Reserve.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Anything about access we should know
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a London conversion, the way into the roof space is frequently from a communal landing or the top flat. Where that is the case, access needs agreeing with whoever controls that landing. Everything else is planned around the building, not the postcode.
- 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.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Advice
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
FAQs for Blackheath
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Blackheath?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Blackheath station?
Of course. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll 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 email us.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos testing is not part of our service. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
When will the report arrive?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. It’s emailed to you.
Is Blackheath in your area?
Yes, we do. Blackheath is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Signs you need a roof survey in Blackheath
Not every roof problem comes from outside. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up in the loft, and the damp gets into timbers and insulation. It can look like a leak, and it needs a different fix.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Queen's House, about 0.9 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Blackheath. If your home is one of the older ones, the roof may have been repaired many times, and the survey records how each part is holding up.
What to check before booking
- When you will get the report
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Their drone registration, if they fly one