Essex · London and the South East
Pattiswick Flat Roof Survey
We carry out flat roof surveys in Pattiswick and the rest of Essex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Standing water left after rain
- Outlets choked with leaves and silt
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
Flat roof survey in Pattiswick
Every flat roof covering tends to fail in its own way. Built-up felt tends to blister and crack, asphalt crazes and splits, EPDM can lift at its laps, and GRP can crack at board joints and edge trims. On PVC and TPO single-ply roofs, we look closely at the welded laps, edges and fixings. Knowing what you have and how it is doing helps you plan what comes next. We survey mastic asphalt, upstands and outlets and GRP fibreglass, and people most often book us about edge trims that have lifted or split and outlets choked with leaves and silt.
Older buildings in small places like Pattiswick 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. Finding out what state the roof is in gives you the facts to plan with. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the flat roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Pattiswick (CM77)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Pattiswick: your questions answered
Do you cover Pattiswick?
Yes, Pattiswick is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Pattiswick as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Pattiswick within the area you cover?
Yes. Pattiswick is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Do you check flat roofs for asbestos?
We do not carry out asbestos surveys. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos, for instance in cement roof sheets. We note anything that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check it before it is disturbed.
Do you go up onto the roof?
Where it is safe, the roof is inspected from the roof itself. If not, we use safe viewpoints and look inside, and we note any area we couldn’t see. Fragile surfaces are never walked on.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, and we’d agree another day.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when booking.
Flat roof surveys around Pattiswick
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list. In Essex, older buildings are frequently clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, while many towns grew with 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.
For landlords with property near Braintree Freeport station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary The Virgin, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands often show the first signs of wear. Anyone responsible for a site like Stisted Church of England Primary Academy will know that a large flat roof with a good many outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Pattiswick is about 3 miles east of Braintree, in Essex. Bookings from Pattiswick are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Every address in CM77 is covered for flat roof surveys. You will find streets such as Church Road, Old Road and Compasses Road. We also cover the places around Pattiswick: Stisted (1 mile west), Bradwell (1 mile south-west), Perry Green (2 miles south), Lanham Green (2 miles south-west) and Coggeshall (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Colchester (11 miles east), Chelmsford (12 miles south-west), Braintree (3 miles west), Maldon (11 miles south), Witham (6 miles south) and Camulodunum (10 miles east).
What’s near Pattiswick
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Honywood Community Science School, among other places. Pattiswick’s nearest station is Braintree Freeport station, about 3.3 miles south-west. A little further out are Halstead Hospital (4.1 miles north) and Laundry & Mangle Museum (1.9 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Belcher's and Broadfield Woods.
What happens on the day
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes between one and two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Rural addresses near Pattiswick can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- We look at the roof from the ground, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We check the covering for splits, blisters, ponding and wear.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- A written report with photos and recommendations is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Ponding seldom gets better on its own. It normally points to an outlet, the falls or a sagging deck, and every wet spell adds to the wear. Knowing the cause early gives you more choice over what to do. In a place like Pattiswick, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Pattiswick
- Surveys seven days a week
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, including VAT
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
What we look for on each type of roof
Mastic asphalt
Older asphalt can become brittle and crack as the roof moves. We note where this is happening and how widespread it looks.
EPDM rubber
A rubber roof can last 30 to 50 years, provided its details were done well. Those details are where we focus.
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Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Keep outlets clear of leaves and moss
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Look for standing water a day after rain
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation, giving you a chance to go through what we found.
After heavy rain, look at the roof from an upstairs window if you can. If water is still there a day or two later, have it checked.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Pattiswick
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
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.
What affects the price in Pattiswick
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
- House, block, shop or office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before you book.
Getting in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.