Essex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Ickleton
Wondering about the flat roof at a property in Ickleton? We carry out flat roof surveys in Ickleton and across Essex.
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Standing water left after rain
- Raised blisters across the surface
Before and after the survey
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week, before and after a survey:
- Look for standing water a day after rain
- Note the date and type of any roof work
- Note any new marks on ceilings beneath the roof
- Ask whoever fits equipment on the roof to make good the covering
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
Check the roof from a window after a downpour. Water still lying a day or two later is worth getting looked at.
About our flat roof survey in Ickleton
A flat roof leak frequently travels before it shows on the ceiling. It may start at a split, a lifted seam or a failed upstand well away from the damp patch. Our survey covers the whole roof, not just the part above the mark, and photograph anything that could let water in. A roofer can then start from a clear picture of the problem. We survey upstands and outlets, single-ply membranes and EPDM rubber, and the problems we are asked to look at most are loose or cracked edge trims and a sagging deck under the covering.
In a village or hamlet like Ickleton, flat roofs are usually on extensions, garages, outbuildings or barn conversions. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the flat roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Place
- Ickleton (CB10)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a flat roof survey looks like in Ickleton
In Essex, older buildings are often clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere. Historic houses such as Audley End House, about 4 miles south-east, show how far back building in the area around Ickleton goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Parish Church of St Mary Magdalen, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start. Landlords with a home close to Great Chesterford station may find that flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. Take a building like Great Chesterford Church of England Primary Academy: a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Ickleton is about 5 miles north-west of Saffron Walden, in Essex. From houses to flats and shops in Ickleton, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our Essex coverage includes Ickleton and the places around it. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
All of CB10 is covered for flat roof surveys. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Abbey Street, Southfield and Back Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Ickleton include Hinxton (1 mile north), Great Chesterford (1 mile south-east) and Elmdon (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Saffron Walden (5 miles south-east), Stansted Mountfitchet (12 miles south), Elsenham (11 miles south), Church End (15 miles south-east), Thaxted (11 miles south-east) and Newport (6 miles south).
What’s near Ickleton
In Ickleton, that means homes and buildings near Red Lion Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Great Chesterford station, about 1.1 miles south-east. A little further out are American Air Museum (2.6 miles north-west) and Saffron Walden Community Hospital (4.8 miles south-east).
What we cannot see
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
- Parts of the roof that aren’t safe to walk on or view
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- EPDM rubber
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
FAQs for Ickleton
How do I find out if my home in Ickleton is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. 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 cover smaller places like Ickleton?
Yes, Ickleton is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Ickleton?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Will I get photos?
Yes. Photographs are part of every report, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Do you look in the roof space?
Typically, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
What happens after the survey?
You will receive the report by email, and you decide the next step: use it with a seller, an insurer, a roofer or a managing agent.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we’ll agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
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Other services in Ickleton
Leave it or get it looked at?
If you are buying, find out about the flat roof before you exchange. After that, the cost of any work is yours. A report gives you facts to put to the seller or agent. Outbuildings and barns around Ickleton are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What you get with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
What we do, step by step
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Cottages and farmhouses around Ickleton often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We check the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photographs and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
How to book
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Ickleton and across Essex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
What affects the price in Ickleton
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Which survey package you book
- The size of the roof
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
We will usually ask about:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.