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Roof survey in Forest Gate, Greater London
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Forest Gate, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
When to book a survey in Forest Gate
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, and rain finds any gap it can. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
The streets around a church such as A Radical Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Forest Gate
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it’s safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. If you’re worried about cracked or blistered flat roof coverings and flashings that have come away from the wall, we can find out what’s behind it, on clay and concrete tiles, lead flashings and chimney stacks alike.
Victorian and Edwardian terraces are found right across London, many with Welsh slate roofs, shared chimney stacks and parapet or valley gutters. Slates can last a century or more, but the nails holding them corrode, and slates slip. Homes in Forest Gate are no exception. Shared chimney stacks and the lead around them are just as important to check.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Forest Gate (E7, E15, E11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Hidden gutters and valleys can fail without warning. An overflow there sends water indoors. We look at them before they cause trouble. Blocked gutters and hoppers on London houses overflow and soak brickwork. A blocked outlet ignored for a winter or two can mean damp walls inside.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why book with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Photos and a written report every time
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See our cost guide or our case studies.
Roof surveys in Forest Gate: local notes
With Valentines Mansion about 2.2 miles north-east, Forest Gate sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. The flight restriction zone around London City Airport comes within about 2 miles of Forest Gate. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the exact boundary for the address before flying.
Take a building like Woodgrange Infant School: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Trees in and around West Ham Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.
Forest Gate is about 6 miles north-east of London, in Greater London. We cover Forest Gate and the rest of Greater London. We cover towns and villages across Greater London. We also survey roofs in London.
We work across E7, E15 and E11 for roof surveys. Streets in the area include Elm Road, Ash Road and Cary Road, all of which we cover. Main roads around Forest Gate include the A114 and A116, so getting to you is simple. We also cover Upton (1 mile south), Aldersbrook (1 mile north), Holloway Down (1 mile west), Plashet (1 mile south-east) and Little Ilford (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover London (6 miles south-west), City of Westminster (8 miles west), Marylebone (8 miles west), Kensington (10 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles west) and Shoreditch (5 miles west).
Local landmarks in Forest Gate
Typical jobs here are in homes near Tyndale Academy, Forest Gate Community School and The Hudson Bay pub and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Forest Gate itself: Wanstead Park station. Well-known places in the area include Stratford Centre (1.3 miles south-west) and Passmore Edwards Museum (0.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Forest Gate includes Hollow Pond and Old Ford Island.
How it works
We’ll ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so the back of the roof is often seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents when booking.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- 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 we arrive
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
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What affects the price in Forest Gate
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The roof’s overall size
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and South East England. Widespread slipping usually points to corroded nails, and we say how widespread it looks.
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets.
Your questions about roof surveys in Forest Gate
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Forest Gate?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Forest Gate?
It can be, so it helps to let us know about permits, visitor bays or off-street space as you book. The visit is then planned around what’s available.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
How long does a roof survey take?
It usually takes an hour or two for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Report times depend on the package.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Where it is safe, yes. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Forest Gate
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.