Essex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Chase Cross
We carry out flat roof surveys in Chase Cross and the rest of Essex. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Cracked or split membrane
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Chase Cross
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Chase Cross?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Chase Cross in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Chase Cross is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Is ponding on a flat roof a problem?
Water that lies on a flat roof for days is a sign that something needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
How do you inspect a flat roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. If not, we use safe viewpoints and look inside, and the report says if any part couldn’t be seen. Fragile surfaces are never walked on.
How quickly is the report sent?
That depends on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. The report is emailed to you.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
We don’t give a fixed number of years, because it depends on upkeep, weather and how the roof was laid. We describe the condition and say which work is urgent and which can wait.
Flat roof survey in Chase Cross
A flat roof leak often travels before it shows on the ceiling. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. That is why we check every detail across the roof, not only the area above the stain, with photos of anything that could be letting water in. Whoever carries out the work then has a clear starting point. Typical surveys look at splits and cracks in the covering and outlets choked with leaves and silt, across EPDM rubber, mastic asphalt and single-ply membranes.
In a smaller place like Chase Cross, some flat roofs sit in the open, where wind can catch loose edges and trims. Felt and bitumen also age in strong sun. The signs are splits, blisters and edges coming away. Standing water that lingers for days after rain is another sign worth watching for.
The report records the flat roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Chase Cross (RM5, RM1, RM4)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
We’ll ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Homes around Chase Cross often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- We look at the roof from wherever it can be seen safely.
- Every part of the roof we can see is looked at: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where we can reach them.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Before the survey
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Getting a price
For a price for flat roof surveys in Chase Cross, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Why it’s worth a survey now in Chase Cross
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. It usually points to an outlet, the falls or a sagging deck, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Finding the cause now keeps more options open. Around Chase Cross, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What you get with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- An independent look at the roof
- Surveys seven days a week
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
What a flat roof survey looks like in Chase Cross
Older buildings in Essex frequently have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and lots of post-war and modern estates besides. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. Hare Hall, about 2 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Chase Cross. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Bower Park Academy, a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail. If you let a flat or house near Gidea Park station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Chase Cross is about 2 miles north of Romford, in Essex. If you’re in Chase Cross, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Chase Cross is one of the towns and villages in Essex where we work for flat roof surveys. We also survey roofs in London.
Every address in RM5, RM1 and RM4 is within our area for flat roof surveys. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Merlin Road, Avelon Road and Vernon Road or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Havering-atte-Bower (1 mile north-east), Redbridge (2 miles west), Stapleford Abbotts (2 miles north), Lambourne End (3 miles north-west) and Chigwell Row (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Basildon (12 miles east), Harlow (12 miles north), Brentwood (6 miles east), Billericay (11 miles east), Loughton (6 miles north-west) and Wickford (15 miles east).
Around Chase Cross
Around Chase Cross, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Colley Rowe Inn, Clockhouse Primary School and Havering Country Park. Chase Cross’s nearest station is Gidea Park station, about 2.1 miles south-east. A little further out are Romford Shopping Hall (1.8 miles south) and Harold Wood Hospital (2.3 miles south-east). Not far away are Bedfords Park.
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
You can use the report to ask roofers to quote for the same work. Because everyone is pricing the same findings, the quotes are easier to compare. It is your choice who carries out the work and when.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after any work that goes through it. That catches changes early and builds up a record of the roof.
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Whether old sheeting or boards contain asbestos
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Felt flat roofs
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
Towns and villages near Chase Cross
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Do you need a flat roof survey in Chase Cross?
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Felt roofs often 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. A survey shows how yours is holding up, whatever its age.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
If you run a business near Romford Shopping Hall, flat roofs over shops and units are easy to forget until water comes through a ceiling.
Before booking anyone
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
What affects the price in Chase Cross
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What we need to know
We will usually ask about:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- What made you get in touch
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.