What to expect from a roof survey

Most roof survey/inspections take around two hours to complete, but this depends on the size of the property. The roof surveyor checks each section in detail, before sharing their findings on the following:

Roof coverings, including the type, condition and defects
The state and condition of flashings
Chimney stack, pointing, flaunchings and pots
Guttering system and its ability to drain a roof
Parapet walls and their brickwork, render and capping
Any skylights present; assessing the chance of a leak
The roofline, including fascias, soffits and bargeboards
The internal roof structure, checking for signs of stress

Your roof surveyor will provide an estimate for any work they recommend, and when it might be needed.

Pre-purchase roof surveys

Extensive roof repairs, or a new roof, are usually something you’ll want to budget for well in advance. If you’re planning to buy a property, it’s worth knowing that roof issues often won’t be found in the usual homebuyer’s survey. The surveyor won’t check the roof close up, and only very obvious problems will be reported.

A detailed roof survey by one of our experts is the most thorough way of knowing about the condition of a roof before you buy. If repairs are needed, you could use the report to negotiate the cost of repairs off the sale price of the property.

Home owners or Landlords selling a property in London and Essex may also want to consider getting a roof survey done. It inspires confidence with potential buyers and can help to speed up the sale process.

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A pre-purchase roof inspection survey costs £200.00 (excl. VAT).
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Why you should get a roof inspection

Although some roof damage might be obvious, it’s impossible to know if there’s a growing problem until a professional roofing surveyor has assessed it. There are several reasons to arrange a roof inspection:

Pinpointing damage – If there’s a slipped tile or a broken gutter, the roof survey will locate it. Follow your roof surveyor’s advice to keep the interior safe from leaks.
Aiding insurance claims – A roof surveyor’s report can serve as proof of damage, speeding up the claims process.
Saving you money – Your roof inspection will catch growing problems before they escalate, helping to cut down on the cost of major repairs.
Planning ahead – Although the roof survey will highlight the need for repairs, it can also indicate the need for a replacement roof before it becomes an urgent job
A full assessment – While you might be able to see some evidence of problems from ground level, only a survey inspects the entire roof in detail. Peace of mind – After your roof inspection, you’ll know if your property is ready for a change in seasons. You’ll have clear recommendations to follow, and if water’s coming in, we can locate the source using electronic leak detection methods.

Drone Survey

A BDM Roofing Drone survey will cost between £200 - £500 (excl. VAT) depending on your location and size of roof.
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