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Roof survey in Eltham, Greater London
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Eltham, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Eltham
We survey roofs in Eltham and across London and the South East. Visits run on any day of the week. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and bring 20+ years’ experience. You get a written report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. Whether it is a house, a flat or a commercial building, the process is the same. When you’re ready to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us. If you’re worried about debris building up in roof valleys and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved, we can find out what’s behind it.
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 Eltham with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Eltham (SE9, SE12, DA15, BR7)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and agents in Eltham book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
When to book a survey in Eltham
Some damage starts inside the loft space. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, wetting timbers and insulation. It is often mistaken for a leak, and it needs a different fix.
Common reasons to book include:
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
For landlords with property near Mottingham station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Before booking anyone
- Will the report include photos?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How soon the report will arrive
- Their track record with similar roofs
Honest limits
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so the back of the roof is frequently seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, let us know when you book.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Common questions in Eltham
Is drone flying allowed in Eltham?
The answer turns on the exact location and the conditions on the day. The flight restriction zone around London City Airport comes within about 2 miles of Eltham. The exact boundary is checked for each address before any flight, and a roof inside it needs permission before we fly. 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. A small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Mottingham station?
Yes, that is a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
How experienced are you?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
How do I book a survey in Eltham?
Simply call 07833 053749 or send us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
We check the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings of each stack. Leaning stacks and loose pots are recorded.
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and South East England. Widespread slipping typically points to corroded nails, and we say how widespread it looks.
Tips from our surveys
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. It makes the next steps much clearer.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Roof surveys around Eltham
The flight restriction zone around London City Airport comes within about 2 miles of Eltham. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the exact boundary for the address before flying. The wider area around Eltham has a long history of building, with Eltham Palace about 0.4 miles north-west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
For businesses in and around places such as Lewisham Shopping Centre, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. If you look after a building like St Thomas More Catholic Comprehensive School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Eltham is about 7 miles west of Dartford, in Greater London. Eltham is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Eltham is one of the towns and villages in Greater London we cover for roof surveys. You can also see our page for London.
We cover every part of the SE9, SE12, DA15 and BR7 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Eltham High Street, Tarnwood Park and Elmslie Court or anywhere close by, we can help. With the A20 and B263 close by, Eltham is easy for us to reach. If you’re just outside Eltham, we cover Middle Park (1 mile west), New Eltham (1 mile south-east), Well Hall (1 mile north), Coldharbour (1 mile south) and Avery Hill (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include London (8 miles north-west), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (10 miles north-west), Kensington (12 miles west), St Pancras (9 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (8 miles north-west).
What’s near Eltham
We work in homes and buildings around Horn Park, Eltham Church of England Primary School and The Greyhound Public House and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Eltham itself: Mottingham station. Other landmarks nearby include Eltham Community Hospital (within half a mile north) and Metropolitan Police Museum (2.1 miles east). Open spaces near Eltham include The Tarn and Summer Hill.