Greater London · London and the South East
Crook Log Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings around Crook Log, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Loose chimney pots
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
Local roofs in Crook Log
With Red House about 0.3 miles south-east, Crook Log sits in an area with a long building history. 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. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Living close to Danson Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Landlords with a home close to Bexleyheath station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. Shop and office owners around Broadway Shopping Centre may find that a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
Crook Log is about 3 miles south-east of Plumstead, in Greater London. We cover Crook Log and the rest of Greater London. Our Greater London coverage includes Crook Log and the places around it. You can also see our page for London.
All of DA7, DA6 and DA16 is covered for roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Bean Road, Lion Road and Alers Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Crook Log include Upton (1 mile east), Bexleyheath (1 mile east), Welling (1 mile west), Blendon (1 mile south) and Bexley (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover London (10 miles west), City of Westminster (13 miles west), Marylebone (12 miles west), Kensington (14 miles west), St Pancras (11 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-west).
Around Crook Log
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Danson Park, St Columba's Catholic Boys' School and The Crook Log Public House, among other places. Crook Log has its own railway station: Bexleyheath station. Other landmarks nearby include Bexley Museum (1.7 miles south-east) and Broadway Shopping Centre (0.9 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Summer Hill and Wansunt Pit.
How a roof survey works in Crook Log
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where applicable, a drone, which helps with tall or steep roofs. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. We survey lead flashings, natural slate and clay and concrete tiles, and people most frequently book us about gutters that overflow in heavy rain and flashings that have come away from the wall.
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. If your home in Crook Log has one, it needs checking from somewhere that can actually see it.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Location
- Crook Log (DA7, DA6, DA16)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Many roofs go years without anyone looking at them closely. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, so you can compare it next time. Work on a London roof is rarely simple to arrange, with parking, neighbours and access all to think about. Knowing what’s needed early gives you time to plan it calmly.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why book us in Crook Log
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Packages from £150, including VAT
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take an hour or two on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In Crook Log, as in much of London, lots of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, let us know as you book.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We agree a date, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Before the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Getting a price
To get a price for roof surveys in Crook Log, call 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Crook Log questions
Can a landlord with a rental near Bexleyheath station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Crook Log?
Usually 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. Every London address is checked against them before a flight. 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, and the rest of the survey does not depend on the drone.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Do you work in Crook Log?
Yes, we do. Crook Log is part of the area we cover.
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 and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
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.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when you book.
What we look for on each type of roof
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and the South East. Where several slates have slipped, the cause is often nail fatigue, which we describe in the report.
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are checked, as far as we can safely see them. We note any lean or loose pots.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
How we price roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
For a price for your roof in Crook Log, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- What’s prompted the survey
- The property’s address and postcode
- When you need the report by
- What kind of property and roof it is
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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What else we do in Crook Log
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. Our suggestions:
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Look for debris in the garden after high winds
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. A stuffy loft collects condensation, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.