Essex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Lambourne End
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in Lambourne End from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Blocked or damaged outlets
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
What we look for on each type of roof
EPDM rubber
Lifting at the edges and loose areas of membrane are common EPDM problems. Any we find are noted and photographed.
Felt and built-up roofs
Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, depending on how they were laid and looked after. We record how yours is doing and where it’s weakest.
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in Lambourne End
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. We cover felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply roofs. It suits a small roof over an extension or garage as well as a large one over flats, offices or units. You get a written report with photos and our recommendations. We’re often asked to look into gaps at upstands and abutments and standing water left after rain, across single-ply membranes, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass.
In a small place like Lambourne End, 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. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Lambourne End (RM4)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Note the date and type of any roof work
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer, the seller or a managing agent. It’s written in plain English, with a photo of each defect, so others can follow it without going up to look.
Keep outlets, gutters and hoppers clear, particularly after the leaves fall. Water that can drain away does far less harm than water that sits.
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FAQs for Lambourne End
Will you come out to Lambourne End?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Lambourne End?
Yes, Lambourne End is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Lambourne End as anywhere else.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Lambourne End?
To book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
How do you inspect a flat roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: on the roof where it’s safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on.
What we can’t see
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Lambourne End
- EPDM rubber
- GRP fibreglass
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- Upstands and outlets
- Single-ply membranes
Surveys for landlords and agents in Lambourne End
Landlords and letting agents in Lambourne End book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photographs gives you a clear record of the flat roof, useful for planning maintenance.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Why get it checked now?
A leak over an office, shop or unit can affect the people and stock underneath. Surveying the roof in good time means work can be planned and budgeted around the business. Outbuildings and barns around Lambourne End 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, and the written report is part of the package. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in Lambourne End
- 20+ years’ experience
- Package prices that include VAT
- Visits on any day of the week
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Cottages and farmhouses around Lambourne End often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before we arrive
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Flat and commercial roofs around Lambourne End
About 3 miles north lies Hill Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Lambourne End has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, alongside lots of post-war and newer estates. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
If you let a flat or house near Chadwell Heath station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. Anyone responsible for a site like Chigwell Row Infant School will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints, the flat roofs on later extensions tend to wear out long before the main roof.
Lambourne End is about 3 miles east of Loughton, in Essex. Wherever you are in Lambourne End, we can carry out flat roof surveys at your property. Our area takes in places right across Essex. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
We work across RM4 for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Hoe Lane, Manor Road and New Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Lambourne End: Lambourne (1 mile north), Chigwell Row (1 mile south-west), Abridge (1 mile north-west), Stapleford Abbotts (2 miles east) and Redbridge (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Basildon (15 miles east), Harlow (10 miles north), Brentwood (7 miles east), Billericay (12 miles east), Loughton (3 miles west) and Waltham Abbey (6 miles north-west).
What’s near Lambourne End
Typical jobs here are in homes near Chigwell Row Wood and The Forest Academy, among other places. The closest station to Lambourne End is Chadwell Heath station, roughly 4.5 miles south. A little further out are Claybury Hospital (3.5 miles south-west). Not far away are Hainault Lodge.