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Roof Survey in Dulwich
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Dulwich, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
Why act early in Dulwich
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. A survey sets a baseline, which makes later changes easy to spot. 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, rather than in a rush after a leak.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Dulwich
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Plain-English reports with photos
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Roof survey in Dulwich
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. We look at the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the roof space where there is safe access. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. We are often asked to look into debris building up in roof valleys and leaking gutter joints and downpipes, on natural slate, lead flashings and chimney stacks.
A London butterfly roof slopes down to a central valley gutter that drains to the back of the house. 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 Dulwich has one, it needs checking from somewhere that can actually see it.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Dulwich (SE22, SE21, SE23)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Other services in Dulwich
Roof by roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Where tiles hang on walls or dormers, we look at them too. Gaps in tile-hanging let water reach the wall behind.
Flat roof coverings
Repeated coatings can hide what’s underneath. If the covering would need opening up to know more, we say so.
Signs you need a roof survey in Dulwich
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, while rain gets into every gap. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
Look out for signs like these:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Debris building up in roof valleys
If you live near a park such as Dulwich Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What experience they bring
- When you’ll get the report
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Are they insured for the work?
How it works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no 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 when you book.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Before we arrive
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Tell us about parking before the day
Getting a price
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
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.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
What a roof survey looks like in Dulwich
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Inner London’s Victorian and Edwardian terraces frequently have Welsh slate roofs. A butterfly roof with a central valley gutter, tucked behind a parapet wall, is common on these houses. If your home in Dulwich is one of them, lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are part of the picture too. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Landlords with a home close to West Dulwich station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Take an older house close to Christ's Chapel of God's Gift: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Dulwich is about 1 mile south-east of Herne Hill, in Greater London. Dulwich is one of many places we visit across Greater London, for homes and businesses alike. Dulwich is one of the places in Greater London we cover.
Every address in SE22, SE21 and SE23 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Court Lane, Druce Road and Boxall Road or a nearby road, we can help. Dulwich sits on or near the A2216. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Dulwich Village (1 mile north-west), West Dulwich (1 mile south), Herne Hill (1 mile north-west), Sydenham Hill (1 mile south-east) and Forest Hill (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns like London (4 miles north), City of Westminster (6 miles north-west), Marylebone (6 miles north-west), Kensington (7 miles north-west), St Pancras (6 miles north) and Shoreditch (6 miles north).
Near you in Dulwich
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Crown and Greyhound pub, Dulwich Park and Alleyn's School, among other places. Dulwich’s nearest station is West Dulwich station, about 0.7 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Dulwich Community Hospital (0.9 miles north) and Greenwich Castle (4 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Knight's Hill and Centre for Wildlife Gardening.
When you need someone else
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- A structural engineer’s report
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Dulwich
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Natural slate
Dulwich questions
Can you fly a drone over a roof in Dulwich?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. London’s airspace includes flight restriction zones around Heathrow, London City Airport and London Heliport, and restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Every London address is checked against them before a flight. Before any flight, we check the Drone Safety Map for airspace restrictions, including zones around airports and prisons. The flight also waits for calm, dry weather, though the rest of the survey goes ahead either way.
Is my home in Dulwich listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Are you insured?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
Is Dulwich in your area?
Yes. Dulwich is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or email us.