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Roof Survey in Paddington Green
Independent roof surveys in Paddington Green. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Paddington Green
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, and the loft space where there’s safe access. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. If you are worried about crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Victorian and Edwardian terraces are found right across London, frequently with slate roofs, chimney stacks shared with neighbours and gutters hidden behind parapets. Slates can last a century or more, but the nails holding them corrode, and slates slip. Homes in Paddington Green are no exception. Shared chimney stacks and the lead around them are just as important to check.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Paddington Green (W2, W1H, NW8)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Paddington Green
Paddington Green is about 1 mile from the restricted area over Hyde Park, where drone flights need permission from NATS. Where the drone is part of the survey, the address is checked against it before any flight. Paddington Green is about 2 miles from the edge of the flight restriction zone around London Heliport in Battersea. If the drone is used for your survey, the exact boundary is checked for the address first.
Winfield House lies about 0.9 miles north-east, so building around Paddington Green goes back a long way. On a period home nearby, the survey separates sound original work from tired later repairs. Landlords with a home close to London Paddington station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Homes near green spaces such as Kensington Gardens can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Paddington Green is about 1 mile north-west of City of Westminster, in Greater London. We carry out roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Paddington Green and nearby. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, large and small.
We cover every part of the W2, W1H and NW8 postcode area for roof surveys. If you need a roof survey at a property on Harrow Road, Craven Road and Lanark Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Paddington Green sits on or near the A5 and A40, so getting to you is simple. We also cover the places around Paddington Green: Paddington (1 mile south-east), Little Venice (1 mile west), Lisson Grove (1 mile north-east), Hyde Park Estate (1 mile south-east) and Connaught Village (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover London (4 miles south-east), St Pancras (3 miles east), Shoreditch (4 miles east), Walthamstow (8 miles north-east), Hoxton (4 miles east) and Whitechapel (5 miles east).
Local landmarks in Paddington Green
Around Paddington Green, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Royal Society of Medicine Library, International Community School and Sir Alexander Fleming pub and the streets around them. You will also find North Westminster Community School (less than half a mile east) and Kensington Gardens (0.9 miles south). There is a railway station in Paddington Green itself: London Paddington station. Other landmarks nearby include Harrods (1.5 miles south) and London Toy & Model Museum (0.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Paddington Green includes The Long Water and Greville Place nature reserve.
Why get it checked now?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. When they do, water comes straight into the house. We check them before they cause trouble. Any roof job in Paddington Green means planning around parking, neighbours and access. That is a good reason to find problems early, while there is time to plan.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What you get with us
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Your questions about roof surveys in Paddington Green
Is parking a problem for a survey in Paddington Green?
It can be, so it helps to tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space when booking. The visit is then planned around what’s available.
Is my home in Paddington Green listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it is agreed before booking.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant.
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. In Paddington Green, as in much of London, lots of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents when you book.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Booking a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Tips from our surveys
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Keep the report with your property records
- Leave roof access to professionals
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It shows how the roof has fared over the year, and whether work has done its job.
Every so often, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Take photos of anything that changes.
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
For a price for your roof in Paddington Green, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
What a roof survey does not cover
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A structural engineer’s report
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- A full building survey of the property
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles