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Roof survey in Yiewsley, Greater London
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings for Yiewsley and the rest of Greater London. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Debris building up in roof valleys
Yiewsley homes and their roofs
Alongside Victorian and Edwardian terraces, outer London has a great many interwar semis, frequently with hipped roofs of clay or concrete tiles. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Whatever the covering, it is often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. The flight restriction zone around Heathrow Airport covers Yiewsley, or comes right up to its edge. If your survey includes the drone, permission from the airport is needed first, and the flight only goes ahead if it’s given.
If you run a business near The Chimes, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near St Matthew's, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Yiewsley is about 2 miles south-west of Hillingdon, in Greater London. Roofs in Yiewsley get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Greater London. Yiewsley is one of the towns and villages in Greater London we cover for roof surveys. We also survey roofs in London.
We cover every part of UB7 and UB8 for roof surveys. We offer roof surveys to properties on High Street, Castle Avenue and Kingston Avenue. Yiewsley is on the A408, which makes it straightforward to reach. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in West Drayton (1 mile south), Cowley (1 mile north-west), Thorney (1 mile south-west), Hillingdon (2 miles north-east) and Uxbridge (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include City of Westminster (13 miles east), Marylebone (14 miles east), Kensington (11 miles east), St Pancras (15 miles east), Hampstead (13 miles east) and Ruislip (5 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Yiewsley
In Yiewsley, that means homes and buildings near Stockley Academy, Lake Farm Country Park and George and Dragon pub. Yiewsley’s nearest station is West Drayton station, about 0.5 miles south-west. A little further out are Hillingdon Hospital (0.7 miles north) and The Chimes (2.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Uxbridge Moor and Staines Reservoirs.
Roof survey in Yiewsley
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. Typical surveys look at leaking gutter joints and downpipes and flashings that have come away from the wall, across chimney stacks, the roof space and lead flashings.
Victorian and Edwardian terraces are found right across London, 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 Yiewsley are no exception. Lead flashings and shared chimney stacks on these houses need a careful look too.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Place
- Yiewsley (UB7, UB8)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
Yiewsley: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Yiewsley 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.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Yiewsley?
It depends on the street. If Yiewsley has controlled parking where you are, a visitor permit is the easiest answer.
How long will you be at the property?
Allow an hour or two for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. We’ll give you an idea of timing when booking.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Yiewsley?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before booking, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In Yiewsley, as in much of London, lots of properties are flats or terraces without 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. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, tell us when booking.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- 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
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
To get a price for roof surveys in Yiewsley, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails holding it often fail long before the slate. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates, and for clips that show past repairs.
Lead flashings and valleys
Many older houses have lead in their valleys and hidden gutters. Worn or split lead lets water straight in.
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Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Some tips:
- File the report with your home documents
- Include dormers, porches and garages as you book
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. They’ll see each defect and its location, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Routine surveys pick up wear before it leaks. Compare each report with the last.
Signs you need a roof survey in Yiewsley
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, especially near trees.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Take a building like Rabbsfarm Primary School: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What the survey will not cover
- What exactly goes into their report
- Are they insured for the work?