Essex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Housham Tye
Wondering about the flat roof at a property in Housham Tye? We carry out flat roof surveys in Housham Tye and across Essex, with plain-English findings.
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Splits and cracks in the covering
Leave it or get it looked at?
Before replacing a flat roof, it helps to know if you really need to. Sometimes some details are to blame, and sometimes the covering has simply had its day. The report sets out what we found, so you can make that decision with a roofer. Older and listed buildings around Housham Tye may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Package prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at our cost guide or two real surveys.
About our flat roof survey in Housham Tye
Flat roofs deal with rain in a very different way from pitched ones. 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’ve noticed standing water left after rain and leaks around rooflights, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Older buildings in small places like Housham Tye may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. Check with the council before planning any change of material. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Place
- Housham Tye (CM17)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Housham Tye
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
The survey, step by step
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. The survey itself takes between one and two hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Older roofs in small places like Housham Tye can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
For a price for flat roof surveys in Housham Tye, phone 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Local flat roofs in Housham Tye
About 4.8 miles north-east lies Barrington Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Housham Tye has been built on. 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. Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and a good many post-war and modern estates besides. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
Landlords with a home close to Harlow Mill station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. Anyone responsible for a site like Mark Hall School will know that a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Housham Tye is about 3 miles east of Harlow, in Essex. We provide flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Housham Tye and the surrounding area. Across Essex, we cover Housham Tye and the places around it. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
Surveys in CM17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Matching Tye (1 mile east), Matching (1 mile north-east), Loyter's Green (1 mile south-east), Newman's End (1 mile north-east) and Foster Street (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (13 miles east), Harlow (3 miles west), Brentwood (12 miles south-east), Billericay (15 miles south-east), Loughton (10 miles south-west) and Waltham Abbey (10 miles south-west).
What’s near Housham Tye
We work in homes and buildings around Gibberd Garden. Housham Tye’s nearest station is Harlow Mill station, about 2.2 miles west. A little further out are Harlow Mill (2.4 miles west) and Mark Hall Cycle Museum (2.5 miles west). Not far away are Sawbridgeworth Marsh.
What we cannot see
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- A fixed date for when the roof will need replacing
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
Also near Housham Tye
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Checking the roof from ground level
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
Roof by roof
Felt and built-up roofs
Built-up felt is one of the most common flat roof coverings on extensions, garages and dormers. We look for blistering, cracking, split laps and worn mineral surfacing.
Single-ply membranes
Many offices, units and newer flats have a single-ply PVC or TPO roof. The survey looks at welded seams, edges, fixings and signs of damage.
Questions from Housham Tye
Is Housham Tye in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Housham Tye as anywhere else.
Do you cover smaller places like Housham Tye?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
There’s no honest way to give an exact number of years. As a guide, felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 and GRP up to about 30, but your report describes the actual condition.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
We cover the main flat roof coverings: felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply. The report names the covering and explains its condition.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Housham Tye?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, and it is agreed before booking.
Do you take photos of the roof?
Yes, plenty. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.