Roof Defect Surveys
Expert roof inspections and defect reports from chartered RICS surveyors, including drone assessment of hard-to-reach areas.
Specialist Survey
Roof Defect Surveys
Katoli Chartered Surveyors provides roof defect surveys across London, Essex, Cambridge, and Kent from Chelmsford. Roof defects can be costly to repair and are not always visible from ground level. Our roof defect surveys provide a detailed assessment of roof coverings, chimneys, valleys, flashings, gutters, and flat roof areas to help you understand condition and maintenance needs. Reports are delivered within 4 business days, and you can discuss findings directly with the RICS chartered surveyor who carried out the inspection.
Roof defects can be costly to repair and are not always visible from ground level. Our roof defect surveys provide a detailed assessment of roof coverings, chimneys, valleys, flashings, gutters, and flat roof areas to help you understand condition and maintenance needs.
Where access is restricted, we use drone technology to inspect upper roof slopes, chimneys, and other areas that cannot be reached safely by ladder. Reports are written by the surveyor who carried out the inspection.
What's Included
What our survey covers
Every inspection is carried out and reported by a qualified RICS chartered surveyor.
- Inspection of roof coverings including tiles, slates, and flat roof membranes
- Assessment of chimneys, valleys, abutments, and flashings
- Review of gutters, downpipes, and rainwater disposal
- Drone inspection where safe access is limited
- Advice on repair priorities and likely maintenance costs
Coverage
Available across London, Essex, Cambridge, and Kent
Katoli is based in Chelmsford and serves homebuyers and property owners across the South East. Reports are delivered within 4 business days.
Roof Defect Surveys is available across Essex, London, Cambridge, and Kent from our Chelmsford office. View our full location coverage or contact us for a free quote.
Alongside roof defect surveys, we provide RICS Level 2 and Level 3 building surveys and a full range of specialist inspections. Compare our core survey types on the services page or browse all specialist inspections.
RICS Level 2 Building Survey
A detailed mid-range survey for conventional properties in reasonable condition. Includes inspection of structure, fabric, services, and finishes with clear defect analysis.
RICS Level 3 Building Survey
The most comprehensive RICS survey for older, larger, or non-standard properties. Includes detailed defect analysis and repair recommendations, with cost estimates when requested before the survey.
FAQs
Roof Defect Surveys FAQs
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Book a roof defect surveys
Contact our RICS surveyors for a free, no-obligation quote. Call 077 22 123 712 or send an enquiry online.