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Richmond upon Thames Roof Survey
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. Roof surveys in Richmond upon Thames.
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Standing water on a flat roof
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. For a visit in Richmond upon Thames, parking and access are the things to plan: let us know about permits, visitor bays or off-street space, which floor the property is on and how to get into the loft. We then look at what can safely be seen from ground level, windows, the loft and, where it is safe, the roof itself.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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How a roof survey works in Richmond upon Thames
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, yet nails, battens and underlay often fail first. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. If you’ve noticed loose chimney pots and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on chimney stacks, clay and concrete tiles and the roof space 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 Richmond upon Thames with this kind of roof, the hidden gutter is one of the first things to check.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Richmond upon Thames (TW9, TW10, SW14, TW1)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Richmond upon Thames
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Keep the report with your property records
- Check we can open the loft hatch
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It shows how the roof has fared over the year.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Compare each report with the last.
Roof surveys around Richmond upon Thames
In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. With Pembroke Lodge about 1.3 miles south, Richmond upon Thames sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
If you let a flat or house near Richmond station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Holy Trinity Richmond, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Richmond upon Thames is about 3 miles south of Ealing, in Greater London. We survey roofs in Richmond upon Thames and the rest of Greater London. Our Greater London coverage includes Richmond upon Thames. There is also a page for London.
Roof surveys in TW9, TW10, SW14 and TW1 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Church Road, King George Square and Topiary Square or anywhere close by, we can help. With the B321 and B322 close by, Richmond upon Thames is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include North Sheen (1 mile north-east), East Sheen (1 mile east), Mortlake (1 mile east), Kew (2 miles north-east) and Strand-on-the-Green (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include London (9 miles east), City of Westminster (7 miles north-east), Marylebone (8 miles north-east), Kensington (5 miles north-east), St Pancras (9 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Richmond upon Thames
Around Richmond upon Thames, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Pesthouse Common, The White Horse Richmond pub and Kneller Hall Junior School, among other places. There’s a railway station in Richmond upon Thames itself: Richmond station. Other landmarks nearby include Eel Pie Island Museum (1.5 miles south-west) and Treaty Centre (3 miles west). Open spaces near Richmond upon Thames include Duke's Hollow and Richmond Hill.
FAQs for Richmond upon Thames
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Richmond station?
Yes, that is a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and the report can go straight to you or your agent.
Is my home in Richmond upon Thames listed or in a conservation area?
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.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
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 survey a shared roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
What we are asked to look at in Richmond upon Thames
Some damage starts inside the loft space. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, wetting timbers and insulation. It is often mistaken for a leak.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
If you run a business near Treaty Centre, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions.
What to check before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their insurance cover
Different roofs, different checks
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East often have clay plain tiles, and some have Kent peg tiles held by pegs. Rotten pegs and battens let tiles move, leaving gaps along the courses.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but their surfaces weather over the years, and they can crack.
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What we can’t see
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- A structural engineer’s report
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
- Flat roofs