Essex · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Easthorpe, Essex
We take a careful look at the flat roof at your property in Easthorpe, with photographs and a written report.
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
How it works
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Older roofs in small places like Easthorpe can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us about the roof, its covering if you know it, and any leaks.
- We view the roof from the ground, from windows and from the roof where it is safe to do so.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there is access.
- We send a written report with photos, the defects we found and what we recommend.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
About our flat roof survey in Easthorpe
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big flat roofs. A survey of a roof this size picks out worn covering, standing water and outlets that need attention. We record the condition with photos so work can be planned and budgeted. We quote commercial roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so it helps if you phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a rough idea of the roof area. If you are worried about splits, cracks and crazing and blisters and bubbles in the covering, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Easthorpe, 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 as you book.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Easthorpe (CO5)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What to let us know when you contact us
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Different roofs, different checks
EPDM rubber
A rubber roof can last 30 to 50 years, provided its details were done well. We look closely at each of those details.
Rooflights and upstands
The joins around rooflights and at upstands are common leak points. We check the seals and the covering around each one.
Nearby places to Easthorpe
More services for Easthorpe
Flat roof surveys around Easthorpe
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. Layer Marney Tower, about 2.7 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Easthorpe. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Landlords with a home close to Marks Tey station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Easthorpe is about 6 miles west of Colchester, in Essex. We survey roofs in Easthorpe and the rest of Essex. Across Essex, we cover Easthorpe. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Every address in CO5 is covered for flat roof surveys. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Mulberry Green (1 mile north-east), Marks Tey (1 mile north), Little Tey (2 miles north-west), Copford (2 miles north-east) and Messing (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (6 miles east), Chelmsford (15 miles south-west), Braintree (9 miles west), Maldon (10 miles south-west), Witham (7 miles south-west) and Camulodunum (4 miles east).
What’s near Easthorpe
We work in homes and buildings around House Without A Name Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Marks Tey station, about 1.5 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Anchor Press Museum (3.3 miles south) and Birch Castle (2.2 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Iron Latch.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- File the paperwork for the roof and any repairs
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
You get the report by email and can pass it to a roofer, your solicitor, the seller or your managing agent. It’s written in plain English, with a photograph of each defect, so anyone reading it can see what we saw.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, especially after the leaves fall. A flat roof that drains well wears much more slowly.
Questions from Easthorpe
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Easthorpe?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will you come out to Easthorpe?
Yes, Easthorpe is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
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.
What does ponding on a flat roof mean?
Standing water a day or two after rain usually needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. It is a survey of the flat roof. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 home survey or a structural engineer’s report. It often sits alongside a buyer’s building survey.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Flat roofs can’t typically be seen from the street, so they’re frequently overlooked. Many owners only find out a roof is worn out when water comes through. Regular surveys mean it will not come as a surprise. In a place like Easthorpe, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% of clients satisfied
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.