Greater London · London and the South East
Roof survey in Shepherd's Bush, Greater London
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Shepherd's Bush, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Standing water on a flat roof
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Keep the report with your property records
We email the report to you, with photographs of what we found. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Findings are explained in plain words, with recommendations.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Shepherd's Bush
Many homes have several roofs, not just one. Rear extensions, dormers, porches and garages frequently have flat roofs in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. They’re included alongside the main roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. Flat roofs often need attention long before the main roof. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. Typical surveys look at slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching, across ridges, hips and valleys, chimney stacks and lead flashings.
London has Victorian and Edwardian terraces in almost every borough, 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. In Shepherd's Bush, as across London, that is why a roof needs a careful look rather than a glance from the street. Shared chimney stacks and the lead around them are just as important to check.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Location
- Shepherd's Bush (W12, W11, W14)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
We look at the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there is safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit usually takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so the back of the roof is often seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents as you book.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
How we price roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Roof area
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
These details help when you get in touch:
- When you need the report by
- The property’s address and postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Roof surveys in Shepherd's Bush: local notes
Inner London’s Victorian and Edwardian terraces frequently have Welsh slate roofs. From the street you may see only a parapet, with a butterfly roof and a valley gutter behind it draining to the back. Shared chimney stacks, party-wall upstands and lead work come with this kind of house. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. The flight restriction zone around London Heliport in Battersea comes within about 1 mile of Shepherd's Bush. If the drone is used for your survey, the exact boundary is checked for the address first.
For businesses in and around places such as West 12 Shepherds Bush, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. If you live in an older home near Shepherd's Bush Tabernacle, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Addison Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Shepherd's Bush is about 1 mile west of Kensington, in Greater London. We carry out roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Shepherd's Bush and the surrounding area. Shepherd's Bush is one of the places in Greater London where we work.
We cover every part of the W12, W11 and W14 postcode area for roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer roof surveys to properties on Bard Road, Stowe Road and Wells Road and the roads around them. You will find Shepherd's Bush on the A402, so it’s easy for us to get to. We also cover the places around Shepherd's Bush: White City (1 mile north), Holland Park (1 mile east), Notting Hill (1 mile north-east), Kensington (1 mile east) and Notting Dale (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (5 miles east), City of Westminster (3 miles east), Marylebone (3 miles east), St Pancras (5 miles east), Shoreditch (6 miles east) and Walthamstow (10 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Shepherd's Bush
We work in homes and buildings around The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial RC School, Corona Theatre School and Polish Library POSK in London, among other places. Also close by are Hammersmith Park (0.5 miles north-west) and The Central Bar (less than half a mile east). Shepherd's Bush has its own railway station: Shepherds Bush station. Other landmarks nearby include West 12 Shepherds Bush (within half a mile east) and Culture House (within half a mile west). Green spaces nearby include WWT London Wetland Centre and The Long Water.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Shepherd's Bush
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 a London terrace or conversion, a roof defect rarely stays your problem alone: a blocked parapet gutter or slipped slate can let water into the flat below or the house next door. Finding it early keeps the work smaller.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both inc. VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Shepherd's Bush
- An independent view of the roof
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- A written report with photos
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Shepherd's Bush
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
Shepherd's Bush questions
Is my home in Shepherd's Bush listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Shepherd's Bush?
Parking in Shepherd's Bush, as in most of London, takes a little planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot.
What do you check on a roof survey?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
What insurance do you have?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Is Shepherd's Bush in your area?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, Shepherd's Bush included.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as a figure. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it’s wearing, with recommendations ranked by urgency.