Essex · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Redbridge, Essex
An experienced roof surveyor for flat roof surveys in Redbridge. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Splits, cracks and crazing
- Failed upstands where the roof meets a wall
Landlords, agents and block managers in Redbridge
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on any day of the week, which can make access easier.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
How a flat roof survey works in Redbridge
Our flat roof survey checks the waterproof covering and every detail around it, from edges and upstands to outlets and rooflights. Felt, asphalt, EPDM, GRP and single-ply PVC or TPO roofs are all part of the work. We survey extension, garage and dormer roofs as well as bigger roofs on flats, offices and units. You get a report with photos and our recommendations. Common reasons to book are splits and cracks in the covering and blisters and bubbles in the covering, on GRP fibreglass, single-ply membranes and EPDM rubber.
In a small place like Redbridge, a flat roof can stand in the open, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Older felt roofs, often around 15–20 years in life, show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. On an exposed roof, the edges tend to go first.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Redbridge (IG7, IG6)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Redbridge questions
Will you come out to Redbridge?
Yes, Redbridge is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is Redbridge in the area you cover?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Redbridge is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
What’s in the report?
It works through the roof part by part, in writing and with photos, finishing with recommendations. Points are put in order of urgency where relevant.
Do you go up onto the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. Otherwise we use windows, vantage points and the spaces below, and we note any area we couldn’t see. We do not walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
What’s the best way to book?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Keep records of when the roof was laid and what work has been done
- Keep clear of rooflights and fragile roof sheets
- Keep people off the roof unless they need to be there
- Check from a window for ponding after heavy rain
Buyers can take the findings back to the seller or the agent. You might ask for work to be done before completion, or discuss the price, depending on the findings.
Get splits, lifted seams and loose trims seen to while they’re small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What this survey cannot tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Testing older roof sheets for asbestos
- Fragile surfaces, which we do not walk on
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Redbridge
- Felt flat roofs
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- EPDM rubber
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Redbridge
Every flat roof covering has a working life. Around 15 to 20 years is common for felt, while EPDM frequently lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, though workmanship and upkeep make a big difference. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Upstands pulling away from walls
- Failed seals around rooflight kerbs
- Ponding water that does not drain away
- Splits and cracks in the covering
If you own a rental within reach of Chadwell Heath station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere as small as Redbridge, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You send us the address and, for commercial roofs, an idea of the roof’s size.
- We check the rooms or spaces under the roof for staining where there’s access.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Getting a price
To get a price for flat roof surveys in Redbridge, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
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Flat roof surveys in Redbridge: local notes
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Next to the main roofs there’s typically a flat roof somewhere, whether on an extension, a garage or a commercial unit. Hare Hall, about 3.4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Redbridge. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
For businesses in and around places like Romford Shopping Hall, outlets and upstands on commercial flat roofs are the places to check before trouble starts. Anyone responsible for a site like Oasis Academy Pinewood will know that large flat roofs, common on schools and other public buildings, need their outlets, upstands and coverings checked regularly.
Redbridge is about 3 miles north-west of Romford, in Essex. We provide flat roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Redbridge and the surrounding area. Our Essex coverage includes Redbridge and the places around it. You can also see our page for London.
All of IG7 and IG6 is within our area for flat roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a flat roof survey at a property on Five Oaks Lane, Birnam Crescent and Aster Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Redbridge include Chigwell Row (1 mile north-west), Chase Cross (2 miles east), Lambourne End (2 miles north), Stapleford Abbotts (2 miles north-east) and Havering-atte-Bower (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Basildon (14 miles east), Harlow (11 miles north), Brentwood (7 miles east), Billericay (12 miles east), Loughton (4 miles north-west) and Waltham Abbey (8 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Redbridge
Around Redbridge, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Chigwell Row Wood and The Forest Academy and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Chadwell Heath station, about 2.8 miles south. Nearby you’ll also find Romford Shopping Hall (2.7 miles south-east) and King George Hospital (2.3 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Hainault Lodge.