Essex · London and the South East
Mountnessing Flat Roof Survey
A careful look at the flat roof at your property in Mountnessing, and put it all in a written report with photographs.
- Standing water left after rain
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Loose or cracked edge trims
Common roof problems in Mountnessing
No flat roof covering lasts for ever. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, although how well it was laid and looked after matters a great deal. A survey shows how yours is holding up, whatever its age.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Signs of deflection in the roof deck
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- Pools of water lying on the roof
If you own a rental within reach of Ingatestone station, the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Questions to ask before booking
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Flat roof survey in Mountnessing
Many commercial buildings and blocks of flats have big flat roofs. On a roof like this, a survey shows where the covering is wearing, where water is ponding and which outlets need attention. The photographed record helps you plan and budget for work. We quote commercial roofs on their size and how they’re reached, so it helps if you call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a rough idea of the roof area. We’re frequently asked to look into outlets choked with leaves and silt and water getting in at rooflights, across felt flat roofs, EPDM rubber and GRP fibreglass.
Older buildings in small places like Mountnessing may be listed or in a conservation area, which can shape what a new flat roof may look like. If you are planning work, check with the council first. Knowing the roof’s condition is the starting point. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent.
Where we cannot see part of the flat roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Mountnessing (CM15)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply relies on its welded laps staying sound. Seams, corners and the details around outlets and upstands get a close look.
Mastic asphalt
Asphalt has no laps, so its weak points are cracks and the skirtings at walls and upstands. Our report notes crazing, cracks and any likely entry points.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Somewhere like Mountnessing needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with the address and, on larger roofs, the roof area and access.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there’s access.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Preparing for the visit
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
What affects the price in Mountnessing
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Roof area
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
What we need to know
The more you tell us, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Local flat roofs in Mountnessing
About 1.6 miles east lies Ingatestone Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Mountnessing has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. In Essex, older buildings are often clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, alongside lots of post-war and newer estates. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere.
Take a building like Mountnessing Church of England Primary School: a large flat roof with plenty of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Mountnessing is about 3 miles north-east of Brentwood, in Essex. Wherever you are in Mountnessing, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Essex, we cover Mountnessing and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Every address in CM15 is covered for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on Church Road, Roman Close and Roman Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Swallows Cross (1 mile north-west), Green Street (1 mile north), Ingatestone (1 mile north-east), Buttsbury (2 miles east) and Hutton (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (8 miles north-east), Basildon (7 miles south-east), Harlow (13 miles north-west), Brentwood (3 miles south-west), Maldon (15 miles east) and Canvey Island (13 miles south-east).
Near you in Mountnessing
Typical jobs here are in homes near Shenfield High School, Hutton Country Park and George and Dragon pub and the streets around them. Mountnessing’s nearest station is Ingatestone station, about 1.6 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Brentwood Community Hospital (2.7 miles south-west). The countryside around Mountnessing includes Norsey Wood.
Your questions about flat roof surveys in Mountnessing
Is my home in Mountnessing listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Mountnessing within the area you cover?
Yes, Mountnessing is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it’s useful to know about access.
Does the report include photos?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
What does the report include?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. The most urgent items are made clear.
How much does a flat roof survey cost in Mountnessing?
Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. 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.
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Mountnessing
- EPDM rubber
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in Mountnessing and across Essex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.