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Roof survey in Widmore, Greater London
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Widmore and across Greater London.
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Torn or sagging underlay
How a roof survey works in Widmore
We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from the ground, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it is safe. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, which helps with tall or steep roofs. You don’t need to do anything except give us access. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. If you’ve noticed leaning or weathered chimney stacks and gutters that overflow in heavy rain, we can find out what’s behind it.
London has Victorian and Edwardian terraces in almost every borough, many with Welsh slate roofs, shared chimney stacks and parapet or valley gutters. Slates can last a century or more, but the nails holding them corrode, and slates slip. Homes in Widmore are no exception. Lead flashings and shared chimney stacks on these houses need a proper look too.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Where
- Widmore (BR1, BR2, BR7)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Widmore
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building.
Look out for signs like these:
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Loose chimney pots
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Take a building like Bullers Wood School for Boys: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
What to check before booking
- What the survey will not cover
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
How the survey changes by roof type
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.
Natural slate
Slate is common on older homes in London and South East England. Where several slates have slipped, the cause is frequently nail fatigue, which we describe in the report.
What else we do in Widmore
Leave it or get it looked at?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. An overflow there sends water indoors. A survey checks them while they’re still dry. In Widmore, as across London, an overflowing gutter soaks the wall below, which can lead to damp inside. A small blockage left for a few winters becomes a damp problem.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why book us in Widmore
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- PI and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Mention any damp patches when you book
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Check we can open the loft hatch
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. The photos show what we found and where, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Clear gutters prevent a lot of damp.
Roof surveys in Widmore: local notes
Outer London has lots of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, frequently with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Historic houses like Bromley Palace, about 1.1 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Widmore goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Living close to Jubilee Country Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near The Mall, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies.
Widmore is about 1 mile east of Bromley, in Greater London. Surveys in Widmore work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Our Greater London coverage includes Widmore. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Roof surveys in BR1, BR2 and BR7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Golf Road, The Avenue and Canon Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Bickley (1 mile north), Elmstead (1 mile north), Chislehurst (1 mile north-east), Bromley (1 mile west) and Sundridge (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as London (9 miles north-west), City of Westminster (12 miles north-west), Marylebone (12 miles north-west), Kensington (13 miles north-west), St Pancras (11 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (10 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Widmore
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Bird In Hand Public House, St George's and Jubilee Country Park, among other places. Widmore has its own railway station: Bickley station. Nearby you will also find Bridgeways Day Hospital (1 mile south) and The Mall (1.3 miles west). For a walk, there’s Summer Hill and The Tarn.
Checking the roof from ground level
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 it applies.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Widmore: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Widmore is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Widmore?
Sometimes, yes. Where there are permit zones, a visitor permit or nearby pay-and-display bay works well, and a driveway is even better.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It doesn’t include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Can you survey in bad weather?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Is Widmore in your area?
Yes. We cover Widmore and the rest of Greater London, as part of our work across London and South East England. For a price, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How the survey works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes an hour or two for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. 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. Everything else is planned around the building, not the postcode.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- 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.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before the survey
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Keep pets in another room
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
For a price for roof surveys in Widmore, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.