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Roof Survey in West Wickham
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in West Wickham. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
About our roof survey in West Wickham
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We check the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the roof space where there’s safe access. You get a report with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. Typical surveys look at gaps in the roof where coverings have gone and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, on the roof space, chimney stacks and natural slate.
London has a great many flats in converted houses and purpose-built blocks, so roofs are frequently shared between several households. Whoever looks after the building needs a clear picture of the roof, chimneys and gutters. A defect on a shared roof can reach more than one flat. A report gives everyone the same picture to plan from, with photos.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- West Wickham (BR4, CR0, BR3)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
West Wickham homes and their roofs
If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. Addington Palace, about 1.6 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around West Wickham. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Landlords with a home close to West Wickham station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Living close to Millers Pond is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
West Wickham is about 2 miles south of Beckenham, in Greater London. We survey roofs in West Wickham as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Greater London coverage includes West Wickham. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
All of BR4, CR0 and BR3 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a roof survey at a property on Ash Road, Kent Road and Oak Avenue or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Coney Hall (1 mile south), Spring Park (1 mile west), Eden Park (1 mile north), Hayes (1 mile east) and Addington (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include London (9 miles north), City of Westminster (11 miles north-west), Marylebone (11 miles north-west), Kensington (12 miles north-west), St Pancras (11 miles north) and Shoreditch (11 miles north).
Near you in West Wickham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Millers Pond, Langley Park School for Girls and The Wheatsheaf pub, among other places. West Wickham has its own railway station: West Wickham station. A little further out are The Mall (2.4 miles north-east) and National Psychosis Unit (0.6 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Duppas Hill and Bramley Bank.
What we are asked to look at in West Wickham
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors.
Common reasons to book include:
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Standing water on a flat roof
For an older house near a landmark like St Francis of Assisi, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. The photos show what we found and where, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Each report gives a record to compare against.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
What happens if roof problems are left?
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. In West Wickham, as in much of London, water from a roof defect can reach a neighbour’s home as easily as yours: a blocked parapet gutter or slipped slate can let water into the flat below or the house next door. Dealing with it early is far less disruptive.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
Common questions in West Wickham
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near West Wickham station?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Are there drone restrictions around West Wickham?
It depends on the exact address and the weather on the day. Across London there are restriction zones around Heathrow, London City and London Heliport, plus restricted areas over Hyde Park, the City of London and the Isle of Dogs. Each address is checked against all of them before the drone goes up. Every flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Strong wind or a downpour also stops a small drone flying.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It isn’t a structural engineer’s report and doesn’t include calculations.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
Do you cover West Wickham?
Yes, we do. West Wickham is part of the area we cover.
What does a roof survey include?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the roof space where there is safe access. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Repeated coatings can hide what’s underneath. If the covering would need opening up to know more, we say so.
Natural slate
Inside the loft space, we check what’s under the slates. There may be old felt underlay, or none at all on very old roofs, and we note its condition.
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How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about one to two hours for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents when you book.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.