Essex · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in North End, Essex
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in North End. We have completed more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Ponding water that doesn’t drain away
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
Flat roof surveys for homes and businesses in North End
We inspect a flat roof from wherever it can be seen safely: on the roof where it is safe, from windows and higher ground, and from the rooms below where we can reach them. We do not walk on fragile rooflights or fragile roof sheeting. Where any area can’t be viewed safely, we say so in the report, so the limits of the survey are clear. Common reasons to book are pools of water lying on the roof and outlets choked with leaves and silt, across EPDM rubber, upstands and outlets and GRP fibreglass.
Older buildings in small places like North End may be listed or in a conservation area, and that can affect how an extension roof or dormer is re-covered. If you’re 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.
What you get is a clear record of the flat roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- North End (CM6)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Local flat roofs in North End
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, alongside plenty of post-war and newer estates. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
The streets around a church like Church of St Andrew are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems typically start.
North End is about 7 miles south-west of Braintree, in Essex. North End is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
We cover every part of the CM6 postcode area for flat roof surveys and the streets around it. You will find streets such as Bennett's Lane, Mill Road and Black Chapel Lane. If you’re just outside North End, we cover Causeway End (1 mile north-east), Little Dunmow (1 mile north), Ford End (1 mile south-east), Felsted (1 mile north-east) and Brookstreet (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns such as Chelmsford (8 miles south-east), Braintree (7 miles north-east), Harlow (14 miles west), Maldon (14 miles south-east), Billericay (15 miles south) and Witham (10 miles east).
Local landmarks in North End
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Butchers Arms Public House. Other landmarks nearby include Little Easton Moat (4.7 miles north-west) and Broomfield Hospital (5.2 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Phyllis Currie Nature Reserve.
Useful tips for North End property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Have the roof looked at again after a severe storm
For landlords and building managers, the report is a dated record of the roof’s condition. It helps when planning maintenance budgets, and it gives a baseline to compare against next time.
Keep foot traffic on a flat roof to a minimum. If access is needed, boards or walkways help protect the covering, and to keep well clear of rooflights and fragile sheeting.
What we are asked to look at in North End
No flat roof covering lasts for ever. Around 15 to 20 years is common for felt, while EPDM often lasts 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 often include:
- Gaps at upstands and abutments
- Leaks around rooflights
- Damaged trims at the roof edge
- Raised blisters across the surface
Anyone responsible for a site like The Flitch Green Academy will know that a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
What to check before booking
- How soon the report will arrive
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What happens after the report arrives
What we look for on each type of roof
Rooflights and upstands
We don’t walk on rooflights or fragile sheeting, and we treat older rooflights as fragile. They’re inspected from safe positions and recorded with photographs.
Mastic asphalt
Without seams, asphalt tends to fail through cracking and at its skirtings. We record any crazing or splits and where water may be getting in.
How the survey works
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there’s safe access. In total, it takes an hour or two for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Around North End, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- Inside, we look for signs of water under the roof where we can reach.
- We view the roof from safe positions and never walk on fragile surfaces.
- Each defect is photographed and its likely cause noted.
- You get a report setting out the condition and our recommendations, in order of urgency.
How to prepare
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
Surveys for landlords and agents in North End
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in North End. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Questions from North End
Do you carry out roof surveys in North End?
Yes, North End is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property.
Will you come out to North End?
Yes. North End is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day. Just say which days work for you.
Can you survey any kind of flat roof?
Felt, mastic asphalt, EPDM rubber, GRP fibreglass and single-ply membranes are all part of the work. We record what the covering is and how it is holding up.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose.
How experienced are you?
Over 20 years and more than 5,000 surveys, across London and South East England.
What affects the cost of flat roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Roof area
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Which survey package you book
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included.
Booking your survey
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- When you need the report by
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The property’s address and postcode
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.