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Roof survey in New Barnet, Greater London
Wondering about the roof at a property in New Barnet? We carry out roof surveys in New Barnet and across Greater London, with plain-English findings.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Loose chimney pots
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
Roof survey in New Barnet: what you get
There are three levels of survey: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Each one comes with a written report. If you’ve noticed ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and debris building up in roof valleys, we can find out what’s behind it, on clay and concrete tiles, flat roofs and lead flashings alike.
Many London terraces have a butterfly roof, with two slopes meeting in a central valley gutter that drains to the rear. Hidden behind the parapet, that gutter can block or split without anyone seeing it. For a house in New Barnet with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- New Barnet (EN5, EN4, N20)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
New Barnet homes and their roofs
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Wyllyotts Manor, about 3.8 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around New Barnet. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you run a business near Spires Shopping Centre, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. Anyone responsible for a site like St Mary's CofE Primary School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
New Barnet is about 1 mile east of Barnet, in Greater London. We provide roof surveys for householders, landlords and businesses in New Barnet and nearby. Our Greater London coverage includes New Barnet. We also survey roofs in London.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: EN5, EN4 and N20. Whether your property is on York Road, Park Road and Henry Road or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around New Barnet: Barnet (1 mile west), Cockfosters (1 mile north-east), East Barnet (1 mile south-east), Underhill (1 mile west) and Whetstone (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover London (11 miles south), City of Westminster (9 miles south), Marylebone (9 miles south), Kensington (10 miles south), St Pancras (8 miles south) and Shoreditch (9 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in New Barnet
Around New Barnet, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Trent School Cockfosters, East Barnet School and The Alexandra pub. There is a railway station in New Barnet itself: New Barnet station. Nearby you will also find Spires Shopping Centre (1.6 miles north-west) and Francis Skaryna Belarusian Library and Museum (2 miles south). Not far away are Greenhill Gardens and Darland's Lake.
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but its nails often corrode first. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted.
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.
Your questions about roof surveys in New Barnet
Is my home in New Barnet listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Can parking be tricky for a visit in New Barnet?
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.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when booking.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
Do you look in the roof space?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
When will the report arrive?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
Common roof problems in New Barnet
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, and rain finds any gap it can. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
Trees in and around Victoria Recreation Ground shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Their insurance cover
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take between one and two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. If that applies to your building, it’s useful to agree access with the neighbours or the managing agent first. Otherwise, the visit in New Barnet runs like any other.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- 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.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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What else we do in New Barnet
Why get it checked now?
If you’re planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them, or at least know what to expect. In New Barnet, as across London, an overflowing gutter soaks the wall below. A small blockage left for a few winters becomes a damp problem.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What you get with us
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Every finding written up with photos
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
Read what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in.
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
File the report with your other home documents. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
Keep the loft space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.