Essex · London and the South East
Hare Green Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings for Hare Green and the rest of Essex. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Pools of water lying on the roof
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Hare Green
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can be seen safely: on the roof where it’s safe, from windows and higher ground, and from the rooms below where we can reach them. We don’t walk on fragile rooflights or fragile roof sheeting. Where any area can’t be viewed safely, we say so in the report, so the limits of the survey are clear. We survey single-ply membranes, EPDM rubber and mastic asphalt, and common reasons people get in touch are standing water left after rain and failed seals around rooflight kerbs.
Somewhere as small as Hare Green, 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. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Hare Green (CO7)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Somewhere as small as Hare Green, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- 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 photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Keep pets in another room
How to book
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Related advice
How the survey changes by roof type
Rooflights and upstands
Upstands at walls and parapets need to stay watertight as the building moves. We look for splits, gaps and failed flashings over the top.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply PVC and TPO membranes are common on commercial roofs and newer buildings. We check the welded laps, the edges, the fixings and any punctures.
Places near Hare Green
Other services in Hare Green
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Check the outlets after the leaves fall
- Note the date and type of any roof work
If you’re buying, the report gives you something specific to take back to the seller or agent. You might ask for work to be done before completion, or discuss the price, depending on the findings.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. A flat roof that’s looked after between surveys usually lasts longer.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What’s prompted the survey
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The property’s address and postcode
For a price for flat roof surveys in Hare Green, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Hare Green questions
Will you come out to Hare Green?
Yes, Hare Green is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Hare Green?
It can do. Hare Green is within about 4 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
How soon will I get the report?
It depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Reports are sent by email.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
What’s in the report?
It explains what we saw, what it means and what we’d suggest, with photos throughout. It also says if any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, so you know exactly what was covered.
How do you inspect a flat roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: the roof itself where that is safe, plus windows, vantage points and the rooms below. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Let us know your preferred days when booking.
When to book a survey in Hare Green
A flat roof lies open to sun, rain and frost, and water drains off it slowly. In time, the covering dries out, cracks and loosens at its edges and laps. Most people book a survey after a leak, before buying, or when they think the roof is getting old.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- A sagging deck under the covering
Castle House lies about 5 miles north, so building around Hare Green goes back a long way. Older homes nearby may have later flat-roofed extensions or dormers, often re-covered more than once.
Questions to ask before booking
- What happens after the report arrives
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- How soon the report will arrive
Local flat roofs in Hare Green
Hare Green lies within about 4 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St George, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. For landlords with property near Great Bentley station, a flat roof over a rented flat is easy to forget until the tenant reports a leak.
Hare Green is about 6 miles east of Colchester, in Essex. We survey roofs in Hare Green as part of our work across London and the South East. Our Essex coverage includes Hare Green and the places around it. There is also a page for Chelmsford.
Surveys in CO7 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Back Lane East, Harwich Road and Meadow Close, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Hare Green, we cover Balls Green (1 mile south), Cowey Green (1 mile north), Frating Green (1 mile south), Great Bromley (1 mile north-west) and Monkey Street (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (6 miles west), Clacton-on-Sea (7 miles south-east), Harwich (10 miles east), Camulodunum (7 miles west), Greenstead (4 miles west) and Tiptree (13 miles west).
Around Hare Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Old Courthouse Inn. The nearest railway station is Great Bentley station, roughly 2.4 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Wivenhoe Chapel Museum (3.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hare Green include Cockaynes Wood.
For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photographs, useful for planning maintenance.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.