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Thames View Estate Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Thames View Estate and across Greater London.
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Roof survey in Thames View Estate
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. The Basic Survey gives a visual inspection, photographs and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Each one comes with a written report. If you’ve noticed worn or blocked valleys and leaning or weathered chimney stacks, we can find out what’s behind it, on chimney stacks, the roof space and flat roofs alike.
London has Victorian and Edwardian terraces in almost every borough, many with Welsh slate roofs, shared chimney stacks and parapet or valley gutters. Good slates can last over a hundred years, yet the nails frequently give out first and let slates slip. Homes in Thames View Estate are no exception. Shared chimney stacks and the lead around them are just as important to check.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Thames View Estate (IG11, RM9)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof survey does not cover
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
Questions from Thames View Estate
Is parking a problem for a survey in Thames View Estate?
Normally it’s manageable with a little notice. Tell us what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
I let a flat near Barking Riverside station. Can you check the roof?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the roof space where there is safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Is Thames View Estate in your area?
Yes. We cover Thames View Estate and the rest of Greater London. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It isn’t a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take an hour or two at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. Where that’s the case, access needs agreeing with whoever controls that landing. Otherwise, the visit in Thames View Estate runs like any other.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Getting ready for the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Advice
Prices for roof surveys in Thames View Estate
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
To price your survey accurately, we’ll ask about:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What’s prompted the survey
Booking is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
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Roof surveys in Thames View Estate: local notes
Eastbury Manor House, about 0.5 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Thames View Estate. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. The flight restriction zone around London City Airport comes within about 1 mile of Thames View Estate. If your survey includes the drone, we check the exact boundary for the address before flying.
Homes near green spaces like Mayesbrook Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. Shop and office owners around Gallions Reach Shopping Park may find that a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks.
Thames View Estate is about 1 mile south-east of Barking, in Greater London. Surveys in Thames View Estate work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Our area takes in places right across Greater London. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
All of IG11 and RM9 is within our area for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether your property is on Creek Road, Saxham Road and Minter Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Thames View Estate include Barking Riverside (1 mile south-east), Castle Green (1 mile north-east), Dagenham Dock (2 miles south-east), Dagenham Green (2 miles east) and Thamesmead (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include London (9 miles west), City of Westminster (11 miles west), Marylebone (11 miles west), Kensington (13 miles west), St Pancras (10 miles west) and Shoreditch (8 miles west).
Near you in Thames View Estate
In Thames View Estate, that means homes and buildings near Riverside School and Mayesbrook Park. The nearest railway station is Barking Riverside station, roughly 0.7 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Barking Community Hospital (0.8 miles north-west) and East End Women's Museum (1.4 miles west). Not far away are Ripple Nature Reserve.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Thames View Estate
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time.
Do you need a roof survey in Thames View Estate?
What’s under the slates or tiles is as important as the coverings themselves. Breathable roofing membranes came into use in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Torn or sagging felt lets water through.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Loose chimney pots
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
If you look after a building like Thames View Infants, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Questions to ask before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What the survey won’t cover
- Will the report include photos?