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Roof Survey in Brockley
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Roof surveys in Brockley.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Brockley
We inspect what can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where conditions allow. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Everything we see is photographed for the report. If you’ve noticed gutters that overflow in heavy rain and cracked mortar along the ridge, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
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 Brockley with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Brockley (SE4, SE23, SE6)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
Signs you need a roof survey in Brockley
Flashings seal the joints where a roof meets a wall or chimney. Lead can crack, lift or slip with age, and mortar fillets crack. Lead is also a target for theft.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Beecroft Garden Primary, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
What to check before booking
- What the survey won’t cover
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
What we can’t see
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- A structural engineer’s report
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
Local roofs in Brockley
Close to the centre of London, a great many houses are Victorian or Edwardian terraces, many of them roofed in Welsh slate. Behind many of their parapets sit butterfly roofs and valley gutters that cannot be seen from the pavement. If your home in Brockley is one of them, lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are part of the picture too. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Historic houses such as Queen's House, about 2.4 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Brockley goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you let a flat or house near Crofton Park station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. If you live near a park such as Blythe Hill Fields, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Brockley is about 1 mile south of New Cross, in Greater London. We survey roofs in Brockley and the rest of Greater London. Brockley is one of the towns and villages in Greater London we cover for roof surveys.
Surveys in SE4, SE23 and SE6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Ivy Road, Nash Road and Lindal Road or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Crofton Park (1 mile south-east), Honor Oak (1 mile west), Ladywell (1 mile east), Forest Hill (1 mile south-west) and Nunhead (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as London (4 miles north-west), City of Westminster (7 miles north-west), Marylebone (7 miles north-west), Kensington (8 miles north-west), St Pancras (6 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (5 miles north).
Landmarks near Brockley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Blythe Hill Tavern, Allenby Tutorial Trust and Blythe Hill Fields. Brockley has its own railway station: Crofton Park station. Other landmarks nearby include Horniman Museum and Gardens (1.4 miles south-west) and University Hospital Lewisham (0.7 miles east). For a walk, there’s One Tree Hill and Knight's Hill.
Common questions in Brockley
Is my home in Brockley listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Brockley?
Typically it comes down to two things: the airspace at the address and the weather. Across London there are restriction zones around Heathrow, London City and London Heliport, plus restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Each address is checked against all of them before the drone goes up. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first, including zones around airports and prisons. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. We also use views from the ground, windows and the loft space.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Brockley?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. It’s emailed to you.
Nearby places to Brockley
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Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Our tips:
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Keep the report with your property records
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. 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, particularly after autumn. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
The survey, step by step
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. If that applies to your building, it is useful to agree access with the neighbours or the managing agent first. 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.
- 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.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Check pets are kept safely away
Booking a survey
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.