London Roof Surveys

31/07/2025

05/05/2025

My first article for Roofing Today magazine
The article is Titled
"When Is a Roofer Just a Roofer"
Roofing Today Magazine

March 2023
issue 105 page 21

In the article I talk about how roofers are not trained and what they are expected to do without training no wonder the construction of roofs is so bad.

Extracts from the article
When Is a roofer just a roofer

With over 40 years of construction experience under my belt, I remember hearing of buildings put up in the 70s,

where the builders hadn’t installed the AVCL correctly in

walls. This led to horror stories in the press and on TV showing mouldy houses, rotted timbers in walls and buildings not fit for habitation. Luckily for me and my micro-business at the time, I was approached by one of the largest insurance companies issuing 10 year insurance-backed guarantees for new-builds. They wanted experienced construction workers to help diagnose the problems; these were indeed real homes from hell.

One of the first properties I dealt with was a new-build of 12 flats, and the top floor flats were all suffering from high humidity, with water dripping from the ceilings. When we stripped out the roof, all the booted and suited surveyors looked in and scratched their heads. At this point I started to realise that nearly everybody was confused as to what was happening. This was my first introduction to the second law of thermodynamics, manifesting as the problems you get with thermal bridging and controlling the transfer of energy through a building, vapour barriers, insulation and ventilation! Who knew where to put them? I certainly didn’t, and most of the people around me with letters after their names were also baffled. But one person, an old school engineer, talked sense, and he became my go-to mentor for many years before he retired. I was very fortunate as I was getting paid and learning at the same time.
https://www.londonroofsurveys.co.uk/post/roofconditionsurveysandroofreports

05/05/2025

My first article for Roofing Today magazine
The article is Titled
"When Is a Roofer Just a Roofer"
Roofing Today Magazine

March 2023
issue 105 page 21

In the article I talk about how roofers are not trained and what they are expected to do without training no wonder the construction of roofs is so bad.

Extracts from the article
When Is a roofer just a roofer

With over 40 years of construction experience under my belt, I remember hearing of buildings put up in the 70s,

where the builders hadn’t installed the AVCL correctly in

walls. This led to horror stories in the press and on TV showing mouldy houses, rotted timbers in walls and buildings not fit for habitation. Luckily for me and my micro-business at the time, I was approached by one of the largest insurance companies issuing 10 year insurance-backed guarantees for new-builds. They wanted experienced construction workers to help diagnose the problems; these were indeed real homes from hell.

One of the first properties I dealt with was a new-build of 12 flats, and the top floor flats were all suffering from high humidity, with water dripping from the ceilings. When we stripped out the roof, all the booted and suited surveyors looked in and scratched their heads. At this point I started to realise that nearly everybody was confused as to what was happening. This was my first introduction to the second law of thermodynamics, manifesting as the problems you get with thermal bridging and controlling the transfer of energy through a building, vapour barriers, insulation and ventilation! Who knew where to put them? I certainly didn’t, and most of the people around me with letters after their names were also baffled. But one person, an old school engineer, talked sense, and he became my go-to mentor for many years before he retired. I was very fortunate as I was getting paid and learning at the same time.
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05/05/2025

🚨 Did you know that roof splashback can be a silent enemy to your home? 🌧️⁣ Rain can splash up against windowsills and skylights, leading to leaks and damage. Don’t let this hidden threat compromise your property! Find out how to tackle it effectively: https://wix.to/kIfHJRq

about how splash rain can pe*****te your building when I do this roof survey it's raining in fact when I do a few surf roof surveys I always see just how pe*****te penetrating the rain can be people just don't realise but I'm lucky I'm on roofs and I can see this kind of thing happening rain splashi...

18/04/2025

When it comes to roof ventilation, mushroom vents might not be ideal, but sometimes they are the only choice. Learn how to use them effectively on flat roofs. Discover more here: https://wix.to/lDENcfH
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When it comes to roof ventilation, the truth is this:Mushroom vents are not ideal — but they’re sometimes the only option you’ve got.If a flat roof or loft space was designed and built properly, you wouldn’t need mushroom vents at all. You’d have cross ventilation built into the soffits, p...

17/04/2025

Even well-finished roofs can have hidden issues. Our latest article dives into the crucial step of 'Tucking In' your roof for durability. Don't overlook this critical component! Check it out: https://wix.to/KMH4CVL
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London Roof SurveysWhen doing roof surveys across London, I keep coming back to the same problem — even on jobs that look well-finished on the surface. It’s something I’ve been highlighting for years, and it’s still being missed by builders, contractors, and even some architects.It’s what ...

18/10/2024

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What is an Insurance Renewal Roof Survey?

An insurance renewal roof survey is an inspection required by insurers to assess the condition of a roof before renewing a buildings insurance policy. This helps ensure the roof is structurally sound and in good condition, reducing the likelihood of future claims due to roof damage.

Steven Dickinson, founder of London Roof Surveys, coined this term after frequently receiving calls from customers asking, “Do you carry out insurance renewal roof surveys?” Insurers are increasingly placing the responsibility on homeowners to demonstrate that their roofs are properly maintained, making these surveys more common.

At London Roof Surveys, we specialise in providing thorough roof condition reports that meet insurance renewal requirements, helping homeowners maintain their roofs and avoid expensive repairs in the future.

21/09/2024

Check out my blog post and new video on roof inspections for insurance renewals https://wix.to/8a9FPpH

Insurance companies are increasingly requiring roof inspections before renewing homeowners' insurance policies. These roof condition surveys are essential because they help insurers assess the risk associated with your property. In this blog post, we'll explore why regular roof inspections are cruci...

18/08/2024

Has your insurance company asked you to get a roof survey? This is something that we are doing more and more often these days as the insurance companies are requesting this when you get a renewal for your insurance. Generally speaking, they want a new roof survey done every 2 to 5 years. This does depend on which insurance company you are insured with the usually only interested if you have flat roofs but we're seeing a small tendency now for them to ask for the roof survey to include all roof elevations included pitched roof.
If you need more information or want to book a roof survey,v please don't hesitate to contact the team at London Roof Surveys
07802300099 [email protected]


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The Increasing Importance of Roof Surveys for Insurance RenewalIn recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in how insurance companies manage the risk associated with residential properties, particularly when it comes to the condition of roofs. Increasingly, property owners are being asked a c...

18/08/2024

How Much Does a Roof Survey Cost in London?
I’m often asked, "How much does a roof survey cost in London?" The answer really depends on the purpose of the survey. For instance, if the roof survey is for insurance renewal, the cost of a roof survey is relatively modest, usually around £320 plus VAT.
However, the cost of a roof survey can vary depending on the type of survey needed. Some surveys require a more detailed inspection, which increases the cost. For example, the cost of a roof survey for identifying defects due to bad workmanship will be higher because of the comprehensive analysis required.
Ultimately, the cost of a roof survey depends on the specific needs of the survey. Whether it’s for insurance, a property purchase, or assessing poor workmanship, each type of survey has its own associated costs. The cost of a roof drone survey is the same as all the above there is no extra cost for using the drone. We always have a drone with us when we are doing roof surveys.
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14/08/2022

Roof Inspection Cleaning the roof beforehand.
When doing a roof inspection I always carry a rubbish bag as most people don't clean their roofs regularly and when I take photos for the report I like to show the roof is clean. If there is not much debris on the roof then ill clear it, we are here to help, sometimes though there is a big buildup and I just can't help unfortunately I have to add this to my written report on the roof. If after the customer has had the roof cleaned and sends me photos proving the recommended works have been undertaken I will re-issue a report giving a clean bill of health for free.
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