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Roof Survey in Northumberland Heath
A careful look at the roof at your property in Northumberland Heath, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
Roof survey in Northumberland Heath: what you get
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, while others just want to know where they stand. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: 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 worn lead at chimneys and abutments and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, on lead flashings, chimney stacks and clay and concrete tiles.
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 Northumberland Heath with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Location
- Northumberland Heath (DA8, DA7)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from the ground, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, let us know when booking.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Do you need a roof survey in Northumberland Heath?
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors.
Look out for signs like these:
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Loose chimney pots
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Homes near green spaces such as Braeburn Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What insurance they carry
- When you will get the report
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The roof’s overall size
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
For a price for roof surveys in Northumberland Heath, call 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Roof surveys in Northumberland Heath: local notes
Alongside Victorian and Edwardian terraces, outer London has a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs of clay or concrete tiles. Hips, bay roofs and later loft conversions are typical of those semis, if your home is one of them. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as King Henry School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you let a flat or house near Barnehurst station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Northumberland Heath is about 3 miles north-west of Dartford, in Greater London. We carry out roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Northumberland Heath. Northumberland Heath is one of the places in Greater London where we work for roof surveys. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in DA8 and DA7 is within our area for roof surveys. You will find streets like Mill Road, Penda Road and Chalk Road, all of which we cover. We also cover Bexley Riverside (1 mile south-east), Erith (1 mile north), Barnehurst (1 mile south), Belvedere (1 mile north-west) and Lessness Heath (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like London (11 miles west), City of Westminster (14 miles west), Marylebone (14 miles west), St Pancras (13 miles west), Shoreditch (11 miles west) and Walthamstow (11 miles north-west).
Around Northumberland Heath
Typical jobs here are in homes near Trinity School, The Royal Oak pub and Braeburn Park and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Barnehurst station, roughly 0.6 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Erith Museum (0.7 miles north-east) and Erith and District Hospital (under half a mile north). Open spaces near Northumberland Heath include Crossness Nature Reserve.
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Let us know about past leaks
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It shows how the roof has fared over the year, and whether work has done its job.
Keep the roof space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
Common questions in Northumberland Heath
How do I find out if my home in Northumberland Heath is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Northumberland Heath?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day run more smoothly, so mention what’s available when booking.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we can. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Will you check the loft?
If there’s a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Can you survey in bad weather?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather isn’t right.
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DIY checks: what’s safe
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Honest limits
A survey is a careful look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Northumberland Heath
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs