Essex · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Good Easter, Essex
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings across Good Easter, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Splits, cracks and crazing
Local flat roofs in Good Easter
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. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. 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 an older house close to Church of St Andrew: any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Good Easter is about 6 miles north-west of Chelmsford, in Essex. We provide flat roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Good Easter. Good Easter is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover. There’s also a page for Chelmsford.
Flat roof surveys in CM1 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Mill Road, Souther Cross Road and School Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover Chalk End (1 mile south), Mashbury (2 miles east), Margaret Roding (2 miles west), Leaden Roding (2 miles north-west) and Boyton Cross (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (6 miles south-east), Basildon (15 miles south), Braintree (11 miles north-east), Harlow (10 miles west), Brentwood (11 miles south) and Maldon (14 miles east).
What’s near Good Easter
Well-known places in the area include Broomfield Hospital (4.7 miles east) and Willingale Doe (3 miles south-west).
Flat roof survey in Good Easter
A flat roof doesn’t shed water the way a pitched roof does. Because rain sits on it for longer, a small split, an open seam or a blocked outlet matters more. The surface, the falls, the upstands and the trims are all looked at closely, and we note any sign that the deck below has got wet. The aim is to find problems before they show up as a stain on a ceiling. If you’re worried about dips that suggest the deck is deflecting and edge trims that have lifted or split, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Good Easter take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, usually show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Good Easter (CM1)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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The survey, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. In a small place like Good Easter, access is normally the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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 is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Tell us about parking before the day
Book a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Good Easter
Landlords and agents in Good Easter book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photographs.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Good Easter
Do you cover Good Easter?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Good Easter is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Good Easter is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in high wind or heavy rain, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. If the conditions are not right, we’ll talk to you about another date.
Do you look for flat roof leaks?
We check the covering and every detail where leaks commonly start, and photograph anything that could be letting water in. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
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 is disturbed.
What we’re asked to look at in Good Easter
The details are frequently where a flat roof lets go first. Upstands, trims, outlets and rooflight kerbs each move and weather in their own way. Where they weren’t finished well, they tend to fail before anything else.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Outlets that hold water back
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Pools of water lying on the roof
In and around Good Easter, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether VAT is added on top
Leave it or get it looked at?
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a flat roof is before contracts are exchanged. Once you’ve exchanged, any work on the roof is down to you. Our report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. Older cottages and farmhouses around Good Easter can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
Why book us in Good Easter
- A report with photographs
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 20+ years’ experience
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
How the survey changes by roof type
Felt and built-up roofs
Built-up felt is one of the most common flat roof coverings on extensions, garages and dormers. The survey checks for blisters, cracks, open laps and bare patches where the surfacing has worn.
GRP fibreglass
A GRP fibreglass roof is a hard, resin-bonded surface over a timber deck. We look for cracks at board joints, around trims and at upstands.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The roof’s overall size
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Before you get in touch, it is useful to have:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.