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Roof Survey in Perivale
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Perivale and across Greater London.
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Local roofs in Perivale
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. With Pitzhanger Manor about 2 miles south, Perivale sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you let a flat or house near South Greenford station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. If you live near a park like Castle Bar Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Perivale is about 1 mile east of Greenford, in Greater London. Perivale gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Greater London. We also survey roofs in London.
Every address in UB6, HA0 and W5 is within our area for roof surveys. Local streets include Lee Road, Wicket Road and Bilton Road, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Perivale, we cover Pitshanger (1 mile south), Brentham Garden Suburb (1 mile south-east), Sudbury Hill (1 mile north), Sudbury (1 mile north) and Greenford (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as London (10 miles east), City of Westminster (7 miles east), Marylebone (8 miles east), Kensington (6 miles south-east), St Pancras (9 miles east) and Shoreditch (10 miles east).
Landmarks near Perivale
In Perivale, that means homes and buildings near Alperton Community School, Castle Bar Park and Brentham Clubhouse pub, among other places. Perivale’s nearest station is South Greenford station, about 0.8 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include London Transport Museum Depot (2.8 miles south-east) and London Designer Outlet (1.9 miles north-east). The countryside around Perivale includes Middle Lake and Castlebar Hill.
Roof survey in Perivale: what you get
Across London and the South East, roofs differ widely. If your home is a Victorian terrace, it may have Welsh slate, a butterfly roof and parapet gutters, and many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles instead. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Older tiled homes may have clay plain tiles, and many homes have a flat-roofed extension too. Every part gets the attention it needs. We survey ridges, hips and valleys, lead flashings and the roof space, and people most frequently book us about loose ridge or hip tiles and worn or blocked valleys.
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 Perivale with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Location
- Perivale (UB6, HA0, W5)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay plain and peg tiles
Where tiles hang on walls or dormers, we look at them too. Loose or missing tiles there let rain into the wall.
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, but its nails frequently corrode first. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted, and for clips that show past repairs.
Perivale: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near South Greenford station book a roof survey?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
How do I find out if my home in Perivale is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We don’t give a number of years. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it is wearing, with recommendations ranked by urgency.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It is not a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
Towns and villages near Perivale
Other services in Perivale
Common roof problems in Perivale
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors.
Look out for signs like these:
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
For an older house near a landmark such as St. Mary with St. Nicholas - Perivale, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether VAT is added on top
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes an hour or two at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Surveys in Perivale can be booked for any day of the week. It helps if you can point us to a visitor permit or a nearby bay, and to clear a path to the loft hatch. 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.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Useful tips for Perivale property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- File the report with your home documents
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Stay off ladders and the roof
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some faults need dealing with soon, while others can wait for planned work. That helps you decide what to do first.
Keep gutters, valleys and outlets clear of leaves and moss, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Leave the clearing to a professional. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.