Essex · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Bardfield End Green, Essex
Need a flat roof survey in Bardfield End Green? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
What a flat roof survey looks like in Bardfield End Green
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, alongside lots of post-war and newer estates. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. Horham Hall, about 2.6 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Bardfield End Green. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Bardfield End Green is about 7 miles south-east of Saffron Walden, in Essex. Roofs in Bardfield End Green get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Essex. Bardfield End Green is one of the places in Essex we cover. Chelmsford is in our area too.
Every address in CM6 is covered for flat roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Thaxted (1 mile west), Monk Street (1 mile south-west), Sibley's Green (1 mile south-west), Lindsell (2 miles south) and Cutlers Green (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Chelmsford (15 miles south), Braintree (9 miles south-east), Witham (15 miles south-east), Saffron Walden (7 miles north-west), Halstead (11 miles east) and Great Dunmow (5 miles south).
Near you in Bardfield End Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Maypole pub. A little further out are Little Easton Moat (4.6 miles south). Open spaces near Bardfield End Green include West Wood.
How a flat roof survey works in Bardfield End Green
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can be seen safely: on the roof where it is safe, from windows and higher ground, and from the rooms below where we can reach them. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. If part of the roof can’t be seen or reached safely, the report says so, so the limits of the survey are clear. We’re often asked to look into leaks around rooflights and a sagging deck under the covering, on mastic asphalt, felt flat roofs and single-ply membranes.
Some older homes in villages like Bardfield End Green are listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Bardfield End Green (CM6)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Bardfield End Green
Do you cover Bardfield End Green?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Bardfield End Green is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Is my home in Bardfield End Green listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply roofs are all covered. If you do not know what your roof is, we’ll identify it on the day.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details as you book.
What’s in the survey report?
It sets out what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, with photographs throughout. Anything we couldn’t see safely is noted too.
Will you walk on the flat roof?
It depends on what’s safe: on the roof where it is safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
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Common roof problems in Bardfield End Green
Many flat roof problems start at the details rather than the main surface. Upstands, edge trims, outlets and the kerbs around rooflights move and weather differently from the rest of the roof. Where they weren’t finished well, they tend to fail before anything else.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Upstands pulling away from walls
If you look after a building such as Thaxted Primary School, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season.
Before booking anyone
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Their report turnaround times
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Why get it checked now?
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. Most frequently it means blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is dipping, and each wet season wears the covering further. Knowing the cause early gives you more choice over what to do. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Why us?
- Surveys seven days a week
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Photos and a written report every time
- PI and public liability insurance
See our cost guide or our case studies.
How the survey works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take between one and two hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Older roofs in small places like Bardfield End Green can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there is access.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
How to prepare
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Roof by roof
GRP fibreglass
GRP can crack if the deck beneath flexes or if the resin was laid too thin. We record any cracking and any signs of the deck moving.
EPDM rubber
An EPDM rubber roof is usually one large sheet, bonded to the deck. We check the laps, the edges, the corners and any punctures.