Essex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Hockley
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings around Hockley, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Cracked or split membrane
- Water getting in at rooflights
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber
EPDM is a synthetic rubber membrane, often laid in a single sheet on smaller roofs. The survey looks at laps, edge trims, corners and signs of puncture.
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.
How a flat roof survey works in Hockley
A flat roof does not shed water the way a pitched roof does. Water lies on the surface for longer, so a small split or a blocked outlet can soon lead to a leak. 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. That way, defects are found before they reach the room below. If you are worried about splits, cracks and crazing and outlets that hold water back, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on upstands and outlets, GRP fibreglass and EPDM rubber alike.
Around a smaller place like Hockley, flat roofs typically cover extensions, garages and dormers. They’re small, but a leak over a kitchen extension can do a lot of harm. What it is covered in, and how well it was laid, decides what it needs. From an upstairs window, look for standing water, splits and edges coming away.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Hockley (SS5)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in Hockley and across Essex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about one to two hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Parking around Hockley is normally easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- 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’s 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
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Mastic asphalt
Flat roof surveys in Hockley: local notes
Hockley lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Older buildings in Essex frequently have clay tiles and weatherboarding, 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 you look after a building like Greensward Academy, schools and public buildings often have big flat roofs, and their outlets and upstands need regular checks. Landlords with a home close to Hockley station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Emmanuel Church Hall, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
Hockley is about 2 miles east of Rayleigh, in Essex. We carry out flat roof surveys in Hockley for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Hockley is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
We survey roofs across SS5 for flat roof surveys. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Station Road, Church Road and Eldon Way or anywhere close by, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Ashingdon (1 mile east), Brandy Hole (2 miles north-west), South Fambridge (2 miles north-east), Hullbridge (2 miles north-west) and North Fambridge (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (12 miles north-west), Basildon (9 miles west), Brentwood (15 miles west), Maldon (9 miles north), Canvey Island (6 miles south-west) and Billericay (10 miles west).
What’s near Hockley
In Hockley, that means homes and buildings near The Bull Public House, Marylands Nature Reserve and Plumberow Primary Academy. Hockley has its own railway station: Hockley station. Well-known places in the area include Southend University Hospital (3.7 miles south) and Rayleigh Castle (2.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Hockley includes Blue House Farm.
What affects the price in Hockley
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Roof area
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Basic, Standard or Premium
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Hockley: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Hockley is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Hockley?
Yes, Hockley is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Which flat roof coverings do you cover?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. We record what the covering is and how it’s holding up.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
A precise figure is not something we give, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
What does the report include?
You get our findings in writing, part by part, with photos, and ends with what we recommend. Points are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
What does ponding on a flat roof mean?
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.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Standing water on a flat roof rarely sorts itself out. It normally points to an outlet, the falls or a sagging deck, and each wet season wears the covering further. Knowing the cause early gives you more choice over what to do. Homes in smaller places like Hockley can face more weather, so a loose ridge or verge soon lets rain in. Each storm lifts it a little further, and water follows.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we’ll tell you which fits.
What you get with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.