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Roof survey in Coombe, Greater London
Roof surveys around Coombe, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Debris building up in roof valleys
About our roof survey in Coombe
Our roof surveys cover Coombe and the wider South East. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends. We are insured for professional indemnity and public liability, and bring 20+ years’ experience. You get a written report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. Houses, flats and commercial buildings all follow the same careful process. To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We survey flat roofs, the roof space and natural slate, and people most frequently book us about worn or blocked valleys and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists.
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. If your home in Coombe has one, it needs checking from somewhere that can actually see it.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Place
- Coombe (CR0, CR2, CR9)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Coombe
Planned work is less stressful than an emergency. With a report, you can tackle the urgent jobs first and plan the rest, rather than waiting for something to fail. London’s older roofs frequently have bitumen felt underlay or none at all, so once the slates or flashings let water past, little stops it reaching ceilings. Left unchecked, water soaks into timber and plaster and the damage spreads.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
What you get with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Photographs and a written report every time
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Can I check my roof myself?
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Common roof problems in Coombe
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’s frequently mistaken for a leak.
Problems we come across often include:
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Loose chimney pots
Landlords with a home close to South Croydon station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What insurance they carry
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Local roofs in Coombe
In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. The wider area around Coombe has a long history of building, with Addington Palace about 1.3 miles east. 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.
Living close to Addington Hills is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If you look after a building such as Coombe Wood School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Coombe is about 1 mile east of Croydon, in Greater London. From houses to flats and shops in Coombe, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Coombe is one of the places in Greater London where we work for roof surveys. You can also see our page for London.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: CR0, CR2 and CR9. If you need a roof survey at a property on Oaks Road, Coombe Road and Coombe Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to Coombe include Croydon (1 mile west), Addiscombe (1 mile north), South Croydon (1 mile south-west), Shirley Oaks (1 mile north-east) and Shirley (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover London (9 miles north), City of Westminster (11 miles north), Marylebone (11 miles north), Kensington (11 miles north-west), St Pancras (11 miles north) and Shoreditch (11 miles north).
Near you in Coombe
In Coombe, that means homes and buildings near Coombe Lodge pub, Royal Russell School and St Peter's Primary School, among other places. The closest station to Coombe is South Croydon station, about 1 mile west. A little further out are St George's Walk (1.4 miles north-west) and Croydon Airport Visitor Centre (2.1 miles west). The countryside around Coombe includes Bramley Bank and Duppas Hill.
Questions from Coombe
Is parking a problem for a survey in Coombe?
Parking in Coombe, as in most of London, takes a little planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day run more smoothly, so mention what’s available when booking.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near South Croydon station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
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 recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can typically go ahead in light rain. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so if conditions are not right we’ll arrange another day with you.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. We don’t provide structural calculations.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it’s agreed before booking.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Where it’s safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. On Premium, a drone is used where it applies.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Coombe
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Useful tips for Coombe property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Keep the report with your property records
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It shows how the roof has fared over the year, and whether work has done its job.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Photograph anything new.
How it works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photographs, emailed to you. On timing, most surveys take about one to two hours for most houses, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. Where that’s the case, access needs agreeing with whoever controls that landing. Everything else is planned around the building, not the postcode.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- 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.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets in another room
Booking a survey
For a price for roof surveys in Coombe, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.