Essex · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Broadley Common, Essex
An experienced roof surveyor for flat roof surveys in Broadley Common. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Practical tips
Getting the most from a flat roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Watch the ceilings below the flat roof for stains
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Never stand on rooflights or fragile sheeting
- Check that new brackets or units haven’t damaged the covering
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer, the seller or a managing agent. It is written in plain English, with a photograph of each defect, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Clear leaves and silt from outlets and gutters, above all in autumn. Water that can drain away does far less harm than water that sits.
About our flat roof survey in Broadley Common
Standing water is one of the first things we look for on a flat roof. It can mean the falls were never right, an outlet is blocked or the deck has started to sag. We record where water sits, check the outlets and look for dips that suggest deflection. If the deck itself looks like a structural concern, we’ll recommend a structural engineer. If you’ve noticed splits and cracks in the covering and leaks around rooflights, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and mastic asphalt alike.
Somewhere as small as Broadley Common, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. 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.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the flat roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Broadley Common (EN9)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Signs you need a flat roof survey in Broadley Common
The surface of a flat roof heats up and cools down far more than the rooms below. That movement pulls at seams, laps and the joints between boards, which can open splits and cracks over the years. Coverings that have hardened with age tend to suffer most.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Cracked or split membrane
If you own a rental within reach of Roydon station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- What the survey will not cover
- When you will get the report
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Flat and commercial roofs around Broadley Common
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and a good many post-war and modern estates besides. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Water Lane Primary Academy, ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. The streets around a church such as Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Broadley Common is about 3 miles south-west of Harlow, in Essex. Bookings from Broadley Common are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Broadley Common is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover. You can also see our page for London.
Here we cover the EN9 postcode area for flat roof surveys. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Common Road, Epping Road and Nazeing Common or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Broadley Common: Tylerscross (1 mile north), Nazeing (1 mile south-west), Jack's Hatch (1 mile east), Roydon Hamlet (1 mile north-west) and Halls Green (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Harlow (3 miles north-east), Brentwood (13 miles south-east), Loughton (7 miles south), Waltham Abbey (4 miles south-west), Epping (4 miles south-east) and Stansted Mountfitchet (12 miles north-east).
What’s near Broadley Common
We work in homes and buildings around Nazeing Triangle, Stewards School and Black Swan Public House. For rail, the closest station is Roydon station, about 2.4 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Nazeing Glass Museum (2.6 miles west) and Harlow Mill (4.4 miles north-east). Not far away are Cheshunt Lake and Hunsdon Mead.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
We confirm the price for the job before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Roof area
- Which survey package you book
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You’ll know the price for the job before booking.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What this survey can’t tell you
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Questions from Broadley Common
How do I find out if my home in Broadley Common is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Broadley Common within the area you cover?
Yes. Broadley Common is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Does the survey cover asbestos?
Asbestos testing isn’t part of our survey. If we see materials that could contain it, like cement sheets on a building from before 2000, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
A precise figure is not something we give, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. We describe the condition and say which work is urgent and which can wait.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Ponding is worth looking into. It frequently means a blocked outlet, poor falls or a dipping deck, and it wears the covering faster. We record where it sits and the likely cause.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you as you book.
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take between one and two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a small place like Broadley Common, access is normally the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We check the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We check and photograph the covering, the falls, the upstands, the outlets, the trims and any rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- The findings are written up with photographs and recommendations and emailed to you.
How to prepare
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
How to book
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.