Roof Inspections
What Does a Roof Inspection Cover in West London?
A professional roof inspection examines every element of your roof from scaffold, tower or drone level — not just a glance from the ground. We check tile or slate condition, mortar joints, flashings, valleys, ridges, chimney stacks, guttering, fascia, soffits and the roof void where accessible. You receive a written report with photographs, a condition assessment, and recommendations prioritised by urgency.
Why West London Properties Need Specialist Inspection
West London's housing stock spans 200 years — from Georgian townhouses on Richmond Hill to 1960s maisonettes in Hayes. Each era has specific failure modes that a general surveyor will not identify. We know that 1930s Metroland hipped roofs in Ruislip and Kenton have valley lead failure as their primary risk. We know that Victorian butterfly roofs in Fulham and Kilburn have concealed central valleys that corrode invisibly. We know that Edwardian clay tile roofs in Ealing and Chiswick have nib wear that causes sudden tile slip. A specialist inspector catches these before they become emergencies.
Pre-Purchase Roof Inspections
If you are buying a property in West London, a pre-purchase roof inspection can save you thousands. Mortgage lenders flag roof condition on valuation reports — an adverse finding can delay or collapse a purchase. Our pre-purchase report gives you the facts before you exchange: current condition, remaining lifespan, estimated repair or replacement cost, and any urgent safety concerns. This is the information you need for an informed offer.
Drone Inspections
Drone survey provides high-resolution imagery of every roof surface without the cost of full scaffold. Ideal for initial assessment, insurance documentation, and properties where scaffold access is complex or expensive. Drone imagery identifies cracked tiles, displaced ridge tiles, blocked gutters, chimney deterioration and flashing failures — all without setting foot on the roof.
Inspection Fee Credited Against Repairs
Every inspection fee is credited in full against any repair or replacement work you book with us. If the inspection finds work needed and you commission us to do it, the inspection was effectively free. If the roof is sound, you have a written report confirming it for your records, your insurer, or your buyer.
Inspection Prices
Visual survey + written report: £120–£250. Drone inspection: £150–£350. Pre-purchase report: £200–£450. Full condition survey (large/listed): £300–£600. All fees credited against repair work booked. Call 0203 302 2547.
