Essex · London and the South East
Flat roof survey in Stisted, Essex
We carry out flat roof surveys in Stisted and the rest of Essex. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Cracked or split membrane
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
Questions from Stisted
Is Stisted in the area you cover?
Yes, Stisted is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Will you come out to Stisted?
Yes. Stisted 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 I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Does a flat roof survey replace a RICS survey?
No. It’s a closer look at the flat roof, not a survey of the whole property. It complements a RICS home survey rather than replacing it, and structural calculations need a structural engineer.
How do you inspect a flat roof?
We inspect from wherever is safe: on the roof where it is safe, and from windows, nearby vantage points and inside. We never walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Do you check flat roofs for asbestos?
Our survey does not include asbestos testing. Older buildings, from before 2000, may have asbestos in cement sheets or soffits. We note anything that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check it before it is disturbed.
What insurance do you have?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability.
About our flat roof survey in Stisted
Buying a home with a flat-roofed extension, dormer or garage? It is useful to know that roof’s condition before you exchange. Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM and GRP often last longer. Our report records the covering, how it is holding up and any defects we can see, with a photo of every defect. You then have something specific to put to the seller or agent. We survey mastic asphalt, single-ply membranes and upstands and outlets, and the problems we are asked to look at most are signs of deflection in the roof deck and outlets choked with leaves and silt.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Stisted take more wind and rain, so edges, upstands and laps take a beating. Felt roofs, which frequently last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. Rubber and GRP last longer, though trims and joints still need a look. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Stisted (CM77)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Stisted
By the time a flat roof leak shows indoors, water has already passed through the roof build-up. A survey can find worn areas and failing details before that point, while there is still time to plan the work. For an older or listed building in a place like Stisted, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Stisted
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
Flat and commercial roofs around Stisted
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. In Essex, older buildings are frequently clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Mixed in with those pitched roofs are lots of flat ones, over rear extensions, dormers, garages and shops.
If you let a flat or house near Braintree Freeport station, flat roofs on let property tend to be checked only when they fail, which is the costly way round. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Parish Church of All Saints, any flat roof added at the back or on a dormer is likely to be far younger, and less durable, than the main roof. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Stisted Church of England Primary Academy, a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Stisted is about 2 miles east of Braintree, in Essex. From houses to flats and shops in Stisted, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Stisted is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover for flat roof surveys. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
Flat roof surveys in CM77 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Whether your property is on The Street, Back Lane and Sarcel or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Pattiswick (1 mile east), Bradwell (1 mile south), Perry Green (2 miles south), Lanham Green (2 miles south) and Cressing (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (12 miles east), Chelmsford (12 miles south-west), Maldon (12 miles south), Witham (6 miles south), Camulodunum (11 miles east) and Halstead (3 miles north).
What’s near Stisted
We work in homes and buildings around Alec Hunter Academy and Onley Arms. For rail, the closest station is Braintree Freeport station, about 2.6 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include St Michael's Hospital (3.3 miles west) and Tudor House Museum (Braintree) (2.5 miles west). Open spaces near Stisted include Belcher's and Broadfield Woods.
Nearby places to Stisted
What else we do in Stisted
What we look for on each type of roof
EPDM rubber
Lifting at the edges and loose areas of membrane are common EPDM problems. Any we find are noted and photographed.
Felt and built-up roofs
Built-up felt is one of the most common flat roof coverings on extensions, garages and dormers. The survey checks for blisters, cracks, open laps and bare patches where the surfacing has worn.
For landlords and managing agents
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Stisted and across Essex can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How we price flat roof surveys
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Roof area
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
How it works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. In a small place like Stisted, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- First you give us the address, what the roof covers and any leaks you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe viewpoints, and from the roof itself where that is safe.
- Every part of the roof we can see is checked: covering, falls, upstands, outlets, trims and rooflights.
- Inside, we look for damp and staining under the roof where there’s access.
- You get a photo-illustrated written report and our recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets in another room
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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What this survey can’t tell you
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Whether the deck or joists are strong enough
- An exact number of years the roof has left
- Hidden layers beneath the covering
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- GRP fibreglass
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
- Single-ply membranes
- Mastic asphalt
- EPDM rubber