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Roof survey in Sutton, Greater London
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Sutton, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
What affects the price in Sutton
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Roof area
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Helping us price your survey
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Roof survey in Sutton: what you get
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. The Basic Survey gives a visual inspection, photos and written recommendations. Standard and Premium go further, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Every package includes a written report. If you’re worried about gutters that overflow in heavy rain and cracked mortar along the ridge, we can find out what’s behind it, on chimney stacks, natural slate and lead flashings alike.
Victorian and Edwardian terraces are found right across London, often with slate roofs, chimney stacks shared with neighbours and gutters hidden behind parapets. Good slates can last over a hundred years, yet the nails often give out first and let slates slip. Homes in Sutton are no exception. Shared chimney stacks and the lead around them are just as important to check.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Sutton (SM1, SM2, SM3, SM7)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about roof surveys in Sutton
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Sutton?
It depends on the street. Where there are permit zones, a visitor permit or nearby pay-and-display bay works well, and a driveway is even better.
How do I find out if my home in Sutton is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It is not a structural engineer’s report and doesn’t include calculations.
How much does a roof survey cost in Sutton?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before you book, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it typically takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We also inspect from the ground, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. On Premium, a drone is used where it applies.
What we look for on each type of roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles.
Chimney stacks
Damp on a chimney breast inside frequently starts with the stack outside. We check the flashings and mortar for the cause.
Nearby places to Sutton
Also in Sutton
What happens on the day
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Surveys in Sutton can be booked for any day of the week. It helps if you can point us to a visitor permit or a nearby bay. A back bedroom window can be the best vantage point for a rear addition, so we may ask to use one.
- 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.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Booking a survey
To get a price for roof surveys in Sutton, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Signs you need a roof survey in Sutton
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. 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, especially near trees.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Loose chimney pots
Shop and office owners around The Ashley Centre may find that knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their report turnaround times
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What experience they bring
- Whether VAT is added on top
Why it is worth a survey now in Sutton
A small roof defect usually gets bigger. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. Behind a London parapet, a blocked gutter can sit full of water without anyone seeing it. When the stain finally shows, the damage underneath is often older than it looks.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- Over 20 years’ experience
- A written report with photos
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Surveys seven days a week
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Sutton
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. The wider area around Sutton has a long history of building, with Nonsuch Mansion about 1.6 miles west. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Robin Hood Junior 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 Sutton (London) station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Sutton is about 9 miles south of Kensington, in Greater London. Roofs in Sutton get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Greater London. Our Greater London coverage includes Sutton. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Roof surveys in SM1, SM2, SM3 and SM7 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include High Street, Manor Place and St Nicholas Way. Sutton is on the B2230, which makes it straightforward to reach. Close by, we survey roofs in Benhilton (1 mile north), Carshalton (1 mile east), Shanklin Village (1 mile south), St Helier (1 mile north) and Rosehill (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include London (10 miles north-east), City of Westminster (10 miles north), Marylebone (11 miles north), Kensington (9 miles north), St Pancras (12 miles north) and Shoreditch (12 miles north-east).
Near you in Sutton
We work in homes and buildings around Sutton Grammar School, The Grapes pub and Manor Park and the streets around them. Sutton has its own railway station: Sutton (London) station. Other landmarks nearby include St Helier Hospital (1.1 miles north-east) and Honeywood Museum (1.3 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Devonshire Avenue Nature Area and Duppas Hill.
Useful tips for Sutton property owners
You do not need to be a roofer to help. What helps most:
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
We email the report to you. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Each finding is set out in plain English, with recommendations.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, particularly after autumn. Leave the clearing to a professional. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.