Roof surveys
Roof surveys that give you a clearer picture.
Independent roof inspection, inside the roof space and from outside, for buyers and property owners in Beckenham, South London and surrounding areas.
Roof Survey
£349
Fixed fee for a standard London residential property.
The service
What a roof survey is, and why it matters.
A roof survey is a focused, independent inspection of the roof. It centres on the accessible roof space and visible roof structure from inside, with a visual check of the external roof from ground level. It helps buyers and property owners understand the roof's condition, identify concerns and decide what to ask about next.
Roofs are expensive to repair and easy to overlook. Slipped slates, failing flashings or a tired flat roof can let water in for years before it shows inside, and by then timbers and ceilings may be affected.
Much of London's housing is Victorian and Edwardian, often with altered lofts, rear extensions and flat roof sections. These are the properties where a dedicated look at the roof is most often worthwhile.
Not every property needs a separate roof survey. If you are buying, a RICS Home Survey already considers the roof. A focused roof inspection is useful when the roof space or structure is the main concern, when you are planning works, or when you want more detail than a general survey provides.
What we look at
Mainly inside the roof space, with a look outside.
- Roof space where safely accessible: rafters, purlins and visible timbers
- Signs of movement, deterioration and water ingress
- Visible insulation and ventilation issues
- Internal masonry and party walls within the roof space
- External roof coverings, chimneys and rainwater goods, as visible from ground level
- Evidence of previous alteration or repair where visible
This is a visual, non-invasive inspection. Inside, we inspect safely accessible roof spaces and visible construction. Outside, the roof is viewed from ground level, so areas hidden from view cannot be assessed closely. We do not open concealed areas. A separate drone survey is more suitable when detailed close-up external views are required.
When it helps
When should you consider a roof survey?
- Buying an older or period property
- Water staining or a suspected leak
- Concerns about visible roof timbers or movement
- Uncertainty about the condition of an accessible loft
- Altered or converted roof spaces
- Before a loft conversion or major renovation
- After severe weather, where damage is suspected
- When a roof's condition is uncertain before purchase
- When planning works that affect the roof
Choosing the right survey
How does a roof survey relate to a RICS Home Survey?
A roof survey does not replace a full property survey. If you are buying, start with the survey that suits the property as a whole, and add a roof survey where the roof needs a closer look. We will advise on the right combination.
How it works
Four clear steps.
- 01
Book
Get your quote online or call us. We confirm access and anything you are particularly concerned about.
- 02
Inspect
An independent surveyor inspects the accessible roof space and visible roof structure, then views the external roof from ground level.
- 03
Explain
The surveyor explains the observations and practical next steps in clear language.
- 04
Discuss
Call your surveyor to talk through the findings and what they mean for your purchase or project.
Pricing
Roof Survey
£349
For larger, unusual or hard to access properties we confirm the fee before booking, so there are no surprises.
Get your quoteIncluded
- Independent roof inspection, inside and out
- Roof space inspection where safely accessible
- Visible rafters, purlins and roof timbers considered
- Visual external check of coverings, chimneys and gutters from ground level
- Visible signs of movement, deterioration or water ingress considered
- Clear observations and practical next steps
Questions, answered
Clarity before you commit.
Further reading
Independent advice. Personal service.