Essex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Great Bromley
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Great Bromley, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
About our flat roof survey in Great Bromley
Our Basic Survey, from £150, gives you a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. For moisture detection and a structural check, the Standard Survey starts from £250. On a flat roof, moisture readings can help show whether water has got under the covering. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size. We survey GRP fibreglass, single-ply membranes and felt flat roofs, and people most frequently book us about dips that suggest the deck is deflecting and failed upstands where the roof meets a wall.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Great Bromley take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Great Bromley (CO7)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Great Bromley. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
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What else we do in Great Bromley
Common roof problems in Great Bromley
Ponding keeps the covering wet and wears it faster. It typically comes from poor falls, a blocked outlet or a deck that has dipped. Where trees are close by, leaves and silt can block an outlet within a single autumn.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Standing water left after rain
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Upstands pulling away from walls
For landlords with property near Alresford station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Questions to ask before booking
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What the survey won’t cover
- Their report turnaround times
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Great Bromley
Will you come out to Great Bromley?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Great Bromley?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you survey commercial flat roofs?
Yes. We survey flat roofs on offices, shops, industrial units and blocks of flats. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for their size and access, so please call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report, and it doesn’t include calculations. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Do you use drones?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It is included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
How quickly is the report sent?
Report times are set by the package. Basic: within 48 hours. Standard: 24 to 48 hours. Premium: the same day. If you have a deadline, such as an exchange date, tell us when you book.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
How it works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Somewhere as small as Great Bromley, access is often the only tricky part. 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.
- We look at the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Booking a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.
Advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
Most flat roofs are out of sight, so they’re easy to forget. 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 small place like Great Bromley, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
For a price for your roof in Great Bromley, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Great Bromley
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
Flat roofs in Great Bromley
Great Bromley lies within about 5 miles of the sea, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Wind can catch loose edges and trims on a flat roof, and salt air is hard on metal trims, flashings and fixings. With Castle House about 4 miles north, Great Bromley sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you look after a building such as St George's Church of England Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St George, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Great Bromley is about 6 miles east of Colchester, in Essex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Great Bromley can all book flat roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Essex, large and small. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: CO7. That includes homes and businesses on Badley Hall Road, Brook Street and Hall Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for flat roof surveys include Cowey Green (1 mile south-east), Hare Green (1 mile south-east), Balls Green (1 mile south), Monkey Street (2 miles east) and Frating Green (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (6 miles west), Clacton-on-Sea (8 miles south-east), Harwich (10 miles east), Camulodunum (7 miles west), Greenstead (4 miles west) and Tiptree (13 miles south-west).
Around Great Bromley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Ardleigh Park, among other places. The closest station to Great Bromley is Alresford station, about 3.2 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Colchester Hospital (5.6 miles west) and Wivenhoe Chapel Museum (3.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Great Bromley includes Cockaynes Wood.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
What you can safely check yourself
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.