Accredited & certified
Independently audited and certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards for quality, environmental and occupational health & safety management.
Independent roof inspections and surveys across Edinburgh and the Lothians since 2014. We identify defects early, cracked slates, failed flashings, deteriorated pointing, hidden water ingress, before they escalate into costly structural damage. Get in touch through our contact form for a free, no-obligation survey and written quote.
Altitude Roofing has been carrying out independent roof inspections across Edinburgh and the Lothians since 2014. We identify defects early, cracked slates, failed flashings, deteriorated pointing, hidden water ingress, before they escalate into costly structural damage. Our inspections suit residential and commercial properties alike, and every assessment is impartial. Our survey fees are not contingent on recommending repairs, we report what we find, grade it by urgency, and leave the decision with you.
We carry out slate roof surveys, tenement common roof surveys, flat roof condition checks, and pre-purchase inspections commissioned before missives are concluded. Every report includes photographic evidence, condition ratings and a prioritised repair schedule.
Independently audited and certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards for quality, environmental and occupational health & safety management.
The biggest problem with free roof inspections from repair-focused contractors is that the report becomes a sales document. We charge a fixed fee for the inspection itself, which means we have no incentive to inflate findings, recommend unnecessary work, or downplay defects that wouldn't profit us. The report is yours, gradedby urgency, and you're under no obligation to use us for any repair work.
Because we own our access equipment, our inspection fees come in lower than contractors who need to hire scaffolding for each visit. And our reports are formatted to support insurance claims and tenement factor discussions, so the survey often pays for itself the first time you use it.
The right survey type depends on your purpose, routine maintenance, a property purchase, an insurance claim, or a tenement-wide assessment. We'll recommend the right approach when you call.
| Survey type | What it covers | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visual / condition | Externally visible defects, coverings, flashings, gutters | Routine maintenance checks | Suits annual or biennial reviews |
| Full structural | External plus internal timber and load-bearing review | Properties showing movement or sag | Includes loft void inspection |
| Pre-purchase | Condition relative to price negotiation | Buyers under offer | Timed to the conveyancing process |
| Insurance damage | Storm or impact damage documentation | Insurance claim support | Formatted for insurer submission |
| Tenement common roof | Shared roof condition across multiple owners | Factors and flat owners | Independent of any single owner |
Every inspection follows the same five-step process. The methodical approach is what produces a report you can actually act on, photographed, graded by urgency, and costed where possible.
We review property details and agree access requirements before attending.
Systematic examination of covering materials and flashings, rainwater goods (gutters, fascias, soffits), chimneys and roof penetrations including Velux windows.
Loft or ceiling void inspection where accessible, looking for signs of water ingress, condensation and structural movement.
Every defect photographed and referenced to the relevant roof area.
Condition ratings with prioritised repair recommendations and cost estimates. Delivered within 48 hours of the site visit, subject to survey complexity.
Roof inspection costs vary by property type, survey scope and access complexity. Standard residential visual inspections sit at the lower end, full structural surveys and tenement common roof reports run higher due to scope and time on site. Because we own our access equipment, our inspection fees come in lower than contractors who need to hire scaffolding for each visit.
What you can expect:
We confirm the exact price before any engineer attends.
very defect photographed, graded by urgency, with repair cost estimates included.
The figure you agree on the phone is the figure you pay. No add-ons once we're on site.
No pressure, no chase calls. Take your time, compare with other quotes, ask questions. We'll only follow up if you ask us to.
Altitude Roofing covers the full City of Edinburgh, Midlothian, East Lothian, West Lothian and surrounding towns including Loanhead, South Queensferry and Gullane. Edinburgh's climate, prevailing south-westerly rain, exposure to North Sea weather systems via the Firth of Forth, and regular frost cycles, places specific demands on roof coverings, and Edinburgh's traditional materials require specific knowledge.
For example, Edinburgh's Ballachulish slate delaminates differently from Welsh slate, and many general surveyors miss early-stage failure. We aim to offer survey appointments within 3–5 working days of enquiry, and emergency condition checks can usually be accommodated more quickly.
A few of the questions we get most often from Edinburgh homeowners and property managers considering an inspection.
Tell us about your roof and we'll come out within 24 hours. No charge, no commitment, no pressure.
Free survey, fixed-price quote, no pressure. We'll visit anywhere in Edinburgh or the Lothians within 24 hours.