Essex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Keeres Green
We take a careful look at the flat roof at your property in Keeres Green, with photos and a written report.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Leaks around rooflights
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
About our flat roof survey in Keeres Green
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from the roof itself where that is safe, from windows and nearby vantage points, and from inside where there is access. We do not walk on fragile rooflights or fragile roof sheeting. If part of the roof cannot be seen or reached safely, the report says so, so the limits of the survey are clear. We survey single-ply membranes, mastic asphalt and felt flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are outlets choked with leaves and silt and cracked or split membrane.
In a small place like Keeres Green, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, frequently around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The report records the flat roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Keeres Green (CM6)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Keeres Green
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Keeres Green?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you come out to Keeres Green?
Yes, Keeres Green is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Keeres Green?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT.
Do you cover flat roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Commercial and residential flat roofs are both covered. Expect about 3 to 4 hours on site for most commercial roofs, and larger roofs are quoted for their size.
Are you structural engineers?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs like sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
Can you find where water is getting through my flat roof?
Our survey looks across the whole roof, not only above the stain. Splits, open laps, upstands, outlets and rooflights are all checked. If the cause cannot be seen, we’ll say so and suggest what would help.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Book a survey every few years
- Check new fixings through the roof are properly sealed
- Clear roof outlets and gutters each autumn
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of what we found. It covers the type of covering, its condition and each defect, with our recommendations. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, especially after the leaves fall. Water that can drain away does far less harm than water that sits.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Keeres Green
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Keeres Green. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What this survey cannot tell you
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- Areas we cannot see or reach safely, including fragile rooflights and sheeting
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Felt flat roofs
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
Why get it checked now?
For a buyer, the best time to learn about a flat roof is before contracts are exchanged. Once you’ve exchanged, any work on the roof is down to you. Our report gives you specific points to raise with the seller or agent. Outbuildings and barns around Keeres Green are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why us?
- Visits on any day of the week
- An independent look at the roof
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: 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 an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Around Keeres Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- We start with the details: the address, the roof’s use and any leaks or stains.
- We view the roof from ground level, from windows and from the roof where it’s safe to do so.
- The covering, falls, upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- Where there’s safe access, we look at the ceilings and spaces below for signs of water.
- The findings are written up with photos and recommendations and emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
What a flat roof survey looks like in Keeres Green
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, alongside a good many post-war and newer estates. Next to the main roofs there’s usually a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. With Barrington Hall about 3.4 miles north-west, Keeres Green sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you look after a building such as Rodings Primary School, large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof.
Keeres Green is about 8 miles south-east of Bishop's Stortford, in Essex. Keeres Green is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Keeres Green is one of the places in Essex where we work for flat roof surveys. Chelmsford is in our area too.
Here we cover the CM6 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Other places close to Keeres Green include Roundbush Green (1 mile north), Great Canfield (2 miles north), High Roding (2 miles north), High Easter (2 miles east) and Stagden Cross (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (9 miles south-east), Braintree (12 miles north-east), Harlow (9 miles west), Brentwood (12 miles south), Billericay (13 miles south) and Witham (14 miles east).
Landmarks near Keeres Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to King William IV Public House, among other places. A little further out are Willingale Doe (3.8 miles south).
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Checking the roof from the ground
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.