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Roof Survey in East Village
Roof surveys across East Village, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Loose chimney pots
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
About our roof survey in East Village
There are three levels of survey: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, inc. VAT. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable. Every package includes a written report. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, lead flashings and clay and concrete tiles, and common reasons people get in touch are cracked or blistered flat roof coverings and torn or sagging underlay.
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 East Village has one, it needs checking from somewhere that can actually see it.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- East Village (E15, E20, E9)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit normally takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Surveys in East Village can be booked for any day of the week. It helps if you can point us to a visitor permit or a nearby bay, and to clear a path to the loft hatch. A back bedroom window can be the best vantage point for a rear addition, so we may ask to use one.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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Prices for roof surveys in East Village
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Roof area
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to tell us when you get in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- What made you get in touch
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Your questions about roof surveys in East Village
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in East Village?
London parking needs a little planning, so let us know about permits, bays or a driveway as you book. That way the visit can be planned around it.
Is my home in East Village listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: coverings, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Do you use drones?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
What this survey cannot tell you
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
- A structural engineer’s report
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
What we’re asked to look at in East Village
Some damage starts inside the roof space. Poor ventilation lets condensation build up in the loft, wetting timbers and insulation. It’s often mistaken for a leak.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Loose chimney pots
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Living close to Mabley Green is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in East Village
East Village is about 2 miles from the edge of the flight restriction zone around London City Airport. If your survey includes the drone, we check the exact boundary for the address before flying. The wider area around East Village has a long history of building, with Sutton House about 1.8 miles west. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own a rental within reach of Stratford International station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Shop and office owners around Westfield Stratford City may find that a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak.
East Village is about 1 mile north-west of Stratford, in Greater London. We provide roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in East Village. East Village is one of the towns and villages in Greater London where we work for roof surveys.
Every address in E15, E20 and E9 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Angel Lane, Major Road and Forbes Lane or a nearby road, we can help. If you’re just outside East Village, we cover Temple Mills (1 mile north-west), Stratford (1 mile south-east), Maryland (1 mile south-east), Hackney Wick (1 mile south-west) and Holloway Down (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (5 miles south-west), City of Westminster (7 miles west), Marylebone (6 miles west), Kensington (9 miles west), St Pancras (5 miles west) and Shoreditch (3 miles south-west).
Landmarks near East Village
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Eton Manor Boys' Club, Mabley Green and Colegrave Primary School. East Village has its own railway station: Stratford International station. Other landmarks nearby include Tower of London (3.9 miles south-west) and Westfield Stratford City (under half a mile south). Green spaces nearby include Tower Hill and Old Ford Island.
Can I check my roof myself?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
What happens if roof problems are left?
By the time water marks a ceiling, it is often been getting in for a while. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. In East Village, as across London, an overflowing gutter soaks the wall below, which can lead to damp inside. A blocked outlet ignored for a winter or two can mean damp walls inside.
Every price we give includes VAT. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Why us?
- An independent view of the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Over 20 years’ experience
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.