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Loughborough Junction Roof Survey
A careful look at the roof at your property in Loughborough Junction, with photographs and a written report.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Roof survey in Loughborough Junction
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, while others just want to know where they stand. The approach is the same in each case: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. Typical surveys look at cracked mortar along the ridge and standing water on a flat roof, on natural slate, chimney stacks and flat roofs.
London has Victorian and Edwardian terraces in almost every borough, 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 Loughborough Junction are no exception. Shared chimney stacks and the lead around them are just as important to check.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Loughborough Junction (SW9, SE5, SE24)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Loughborough Junction homes and their roofs
Welsh slate on Victorian and Edwardian terraces is a familiar sight across inner London. Many have butterfly roofs draining to a central valley gutter, with parapet walls and gutters hidden behind them. Shared chimney stacks, party-wall upstands and lead work come with this kind of house. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. The flight restriction zone around London Heliport in Battersea comes within about 2 miles of Loughborough Junction. If your survey includes the drone, the exact boundary is checked for the address first.
For landlords with property near Loughborough Junction station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you live near a park like Max Roach Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Loughborough Junction is about 1 mile east of Stockwell, in Greater London. We provide roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Loughborough Junction. Loughborough Junction is one of the places in Greater London where we work for roof surveys.
Every address in SW9, SE5 and SE24 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Minet Road, Heron Road and Lowth Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Loughborough Junction: Angell Town (1 mile north-west), North Brixton (1 mile north-west), Stockwell (1 mile west), Brixton (1 mile south-west) and Little Portugal (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as City of Westminster (4 miles north-west), Marylebone (4 miles north-west), Kensington (5 miles north-west), St Pancras (4 miles north), Shoreditch (4 miles north) and Walthamstow (9 miles north).
Local landmarks in Loughborough Junction
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Michael Tippett School, Max Roach Park and The Hospital and Home Tuition Sick Children's Service. There is a railway station in Loughborough Junction itself: Loughborough Junction station. Other landmarks nearby include Gabriel's Wharf (2.9 miles north) and London General Cab Company Museum (0.6 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Battersea Park Lake and Centre for Wildlife Gardening.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report. As for time on site, most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In Loughborough Junction, visits are available on weekdays and at weekends. London parking is often by permit or pay-and-display, so it helps to know what’s near you. 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.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Related advice
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM rubber around 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30. We check how the covering is wearing.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles.
Common roof problems in Loughborough Junction
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Lead can crack, lift or slip with age, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Lead is also a target for theft.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Torn or sagging underlay
If you live in an older home near St Matthew's Camberwell, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What insurance they carry
- What they will not be able to tell you
Honest limits
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
Prices for roof surveys in Loughborough Junction
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The size of the roof
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What’s prompted the survey
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Your questions about roof surveys in Loughborough Junction
How do I find out if my home in Loughborough Junction is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Loughborough Junction?
London parking needs a little planning, so let us know about permits, bays or a driveway when you book. The visit is then planned around what’s available.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.