Essex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Ramsden Heath
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Ramsden Heath. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Cracked or split membrane
- Leaks around rooflights
About our flat roof survey in Ramsden Heath
Each flat roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints we have: from the roof itself where that is safe, from windows and nearby vantage points, and from inside where there’s access. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. Where any area can’t be viewed safely, we say so in the report, so you know exactly what was covered. Common reasons to book are standing water left after rain and water getting in at rooflights, on mastic asphalt, upstands and outlets and EPDM rubber.
Somewhere as small as Ramsden Heath, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: the covering, the edges, the upstands and where water drains away. We simply plan the journey and access ahead of time. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them as you book.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Ramsden Heath (CM11)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Roof area
- Height and safe access
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- The address and postcode of the property
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
How the survey changes by roof type
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.
Single-ply membranes
Single-ply membranes can be damaged by foot traffic and equipment on the roof. Any tears, punctures or loose membrane are recorded with photos.
What we are asked to look at in Ramsden Heath
Flat roofs take the full force of the weather on a surface that drains slowly. Over the years, coverings harden, crack and start to come away at the edges. People normally call us when a leak appears, before a purchase, or when the roof may be near the end of its life.
Things that frequently lead to a survey include:
- Loose or cracked edge trims
- A sagging deck under the covering
- Splits and cracks in the covering
- Leaks around rooflights
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, the joins between later flat roofs and the old walls are where problems usually start.
What to check before booking
- What the survey won’t cover
- How soon the report will arrive
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What happens after the report arrives
What happens on the day
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours for an extension, garage or dormer roof, and around 3–4 hours for a commercial flat roof. Somewhere like Ramsden Heath needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- First we go through the roof, what’s beneath it and any problems so far.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that’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.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Find any records of previous roof work
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Flat roofs in Ramsden Heath
With Ingatestone Hall about 3.9 miles north-west, Ramsden Heath sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Alongside them, flat-roofed extensions, dormers, garages and commercial units are common almost everywhere.
Anyone responsible for a site like Mayflower High School will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly. If you let a flat or house near Billericay station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies.
Ramsden Heath is about 2 miles east of Billericay, in Essex. In Ramsden Heath, as across Essex, every roof gets the same careful survey. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
Surveys in CM11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Church Road, Recreation Walk and Dowsetts Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Ramsden Heath: Downham (1 mile east), Ramsden Bellhouse (1 mile south-east), Stock (2 miles north-west), Billericay (2 miles west) and Crays Hill (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Chelmsford (7 miles north), Basildon (5 miles south), Brentwood (7 miles west), Maldon (11 miles north-east), Canvey Island (9 miles south-east) and Rayleigh (7 miles south-east).
Around Ramsden Heath
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The White Horse Public House, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Billericay station, about 2.4 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Mayflower Community Hospital (3.1 miles west) and Barleylands Farm Museum (2.7 miles south-west). Open spaces near Ramsden Heath include Crowsheath Wood.
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Ramsden Heath questions
Is my home in Ramsden Heath listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Ramsden Heath in the area you cover?
Yes, Ramsden Heath is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and visible signs like sagging are noted, but calculations and an engineer’s opinion are outside what we do. If one is needed, the report says so.
Should I worry about standing water on my flat roof?
Water that lies on a flat roof for days is a sign that something needs attention. It could be the outlets, the falls or a deflecting deck. We check each of these and record what we find.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
How do I arrange a flat roof survey in Ramsden Heath?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
Will you photograph what you find?
Yes. The report includes photos of what we found.
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For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and letting agents in Ramsden Heath book surveys as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the flat roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.