Essex · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Aldham, Essex
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Aldham from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- A sagging deck under the covering
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
How a flat roof survey works in Aldham
Every flat roof covering tends to fail in its own way. Felt can blister and crack, asphalt can craze and split, EPDM seams and laps can lift, and GRP can crack where boards meet or at the trims. On PVC and TPO single-ply roofs, we look closely at the welded laps, edges and fixings. Knowing what you have and how it is doing helps you plan what comes next. We are frequently asked to look into water getting in at rooflights and damaged trims at the roof edge, across single-ply membranes, GRP fibreglass and mastic asphalt.
In a village or hamlet like Aldham, flat roofs are typically on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. Garages and outbuildings are easy to forget, so mention any you want included when you book.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- Aldham (CO6)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Aldham
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Roof by roof
EPDM rubber
EPDM often lasts 30 to 50 years, but it relies on its seams, trims and upstands being well finished. Those details are where we focus.
Felt and built-up roofs
Built-up felt is one of the most common flat roof coverings on extensions, garages and dormers. We look for blistering, cracking, split laps and worn mineral surfacing.
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- House, block, shop or office
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
What to tell us when you contact us
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking.
Common roof problems in Aldham
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, although how well it was laid and looked after matters a great deal. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Cracked or split membrane
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Outlets that hold water back
- Water getting in at rooflights
The streets around a church like Church of St Margaret and St Catherine are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear.
What to check before booking
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Their insurance cover
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether the price includes VAT
What we do, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging. The whole visit normally takes about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In a hamlet or village like Aldham, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Flat roof surveys around Aldham
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and lots of post-war and modern estates besides. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
Take a building like Holy Trinity CofE Primary School: a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. If you own a rental within reach of Marks Tey station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Aldham is about 5 miles west of Colchester, in Essex. In Aldham, as across Essex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Across Essex, we cover Aldham. There’s also a page for Chelmsford.
All of CO6 is covered for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer flat roof surveys to properties on Green Lane, Hardings Close and Church Grove. We also cover the places around Aldham: Copford (1 mile south-east), Marks Tey (2 miles south-west), Little Tey (2 miles south-west), Mulberry Green (2 miles south) and Easthorpe (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (5 miles east), Braintree (10 miles west), Maldon (13 miles south), Witham (9 miles south-west), Camulodunum (4 miles east) and Halstead (7 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Aldham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Queen's Head Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Marks Tey station, roughly 1.2 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Birch Castle (4.1 miles south) and Essex County Hospital (4.4 miles east). For a walk, there is Iron Latch.
Aldham: your questions answered
Will you come out to Aldham?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Is my home in Aldham listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can you survey a flat roof on an office or unit?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on commercial buildings as well as homes. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.
What happens after the survey?
You’ll get the report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. With Standard there is a follow-up consultation; with Premium, an in-person consultation, so you can talk the findings through.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take about 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. The written report follows by email.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
Do you check flat roofs for asbestos?
We don’t carry out asbestos surveys. Older buildings, from before 2000, may have asbestos in cement sheets or soffits. We note anything that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check it before it’s disturbed.