Essex · London and the South East
New England Flat Roof Survey
Get a clear view of the flat roof at a property in New England. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Blistering in felt or asphalt
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Leaks around rooflights
About our flat roof survey in New England
Buying a home with a flat-roofed extension, dormer or garage? It helps to know that roof’s condition before you exchange. Felt roofs often last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP often last longer. We set out the type of covering, its condition and the defects we found, with a photo of every defect. That gives you facts to raise with the seller or agent. Typical surveys look at dips that suggest the deck is deflecting and pools of water lying on the roof, across single-ply membranes, upstands and outlets and GRP fibreglass.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like New England take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, typically show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are usually the first part of a flat roof to go.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Place
- New England (CO9)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- The condition of the deck or insulation hidden under the covering
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- An exact number of years the roof has left
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in New England
- GRP fibreglass
- Single-ply membranes
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
Towns and villages near New England
Also in New England
Local flat roofs in New England
In Essex, older buildings are often clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Flat roofs on extensions, dormers, garages and business units are found alongside them almost everywhere. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
Whatever the street in New England, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Leonard, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
New England is in Essex. We cover New England and the rest of Essex, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Essex, large and small. Chelmsford is in our area too.
We survey roofs across the CO9 postcode area for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. We also cover Birdbrook (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Braintree (13 miles south), Saffron Walden (11 miles west), Halstead (10 miles south-east), Great Dunmow (14 miles south-west), Great Notley (14 miles south) and Bocking (12 miles south).
Landmarks near New England
Around New England, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Haverhill Railway Walks. A little further out are Clare Castle (4.2 miles east) and Haverhill and District Local History Centre (2.5 miles north-west).
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in New England. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Checking the roof from the ground
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
How the survey works
We do not take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. Most visits take an hour or two at a typical home, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a hamlet or village like New England, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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 is access.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, without walking on fragile surfaces.
- We record every defect with a photo and its likely cause.
- The report explains the condition and recommends what to do first.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
How to book
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
Advice
Prices for flat roof surveys in New England
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The size of the roof
For a price for your roof in New England, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- When you need the report by
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The kind of building and roof involved
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Roof by roof
EPDM rubber
EPDM often lasts 30 to 50 years, but it relies on its seams, trims and upstands being well finished. Those details are where we focus.
Felt and built-up roofs
On felt, the upstands and edge details often fail before the main surface. Every upstand and edge is checked, with photos of any that have lifted or cracked.
New England questions
Is New England in the area you cover?
Yes, New England is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
How do I find out if my home in New England is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Can you give me structural calculations?
No. We point out what can be seen, like sagging or deflection, but we’re not structural engineers and do not carry out calculations. If we think you need an engineer, the report says so.
What insurance do you have?
We are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance.
What types of flat roof do you survey?
We survey felt and built-up roofs, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply PVC and TPO. If you do not know what your roof is, we will identify it on the day.
Will I get photos?
Yes, every report has them. Pictures sit next to the findings they show, which makes the report easy to follow.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Ponding is worth looking into. It can point to blocked outlets, poor falls or a deck that is sagging, and it wears the covering faster. Our survey notes the ponding and what seems to be causing it.