Essex · London and the South East
Flat Roof Survey in Stoneyhills
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Stoneyhills, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Leaks around rooflights
- Edge trims that have lifted or split
Landlords, agents and block managers in Stoneyhills
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Flat roof survey in Stoneyhills: what you get
Each flat roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints we have: on the roof where it’s safe, from windows and higher ground, and from the rooms below where we can reach them. Fragile rooflights and fragile sheets are never walked on. If part of the roof cannot be seen or reached safely, the report says so, so you know exactly what was covered. We are often asked to look into failed upstands where the roof meets a wall and outlets choked with leaves and silt, on EPDM rubber, upstands and outlets and single-ply membranes.
Somewhere as small as Stoneyhills, flat roofs tend to be on extensions, garages and converted outbuildings. They need the same care as any town roof: outlets, upstands, edges and the covering itself. The journey and access are planned beforehand. If there are outbuildings or garages with flat roofs, mention them when booking.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Stoneyhills (CM0)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a small flat roof at home, and longer for a large commercial one. Older rural homes like those around Stoneyhills can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- We look at the roof from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- Upstands, outlets, edge trims and rooflights are checked and photographed.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Book a survey
For a price for flat roof surveys in Stoneyhills, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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What this survey can’t tell you
We only report everything that’s safely in view on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- What’s under the membrane without opening it up
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- A structural engineer’s assessment of the deck
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Mastic asphalt
- Single-ply membranes
- GRP fibreglass
- EPDM rubber
- Upstands and outlets
- Felt flat roofs
What a flat roof survey looks like in Stoneyhills
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Stoneyhills, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. On a flat roof near the sea, edge trims and upstands take the brunt of the wind, and metal parts corrode faster. Within a mile and a half or so of Stoneyhills there are several hotels, and hotels, like offices and blocks of flats, often have flat roofs. If you look after one, a leak through a flat roof can put a room out of use.
For landlords with property near Burnham-On-Crouch station, flat roofs over rear additions and dormers in rented property are worth checking between tenancies. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Ormiston Rivers Academy, a large flat roof with lots of outlets and rooflights has many places where a membrane can fail.
Stoneyhills is about 6 miles north-east of Rochford, in Essex. We survey roofs in Stoneyhills and the rest of Essex. Stoneyhills is one of the towns and villages in Essex where we work. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Postcode districts we cover here for flat roof surveys: CM0. Streets in the area include The Cobbins, Southminster Road and Bouvel Drive, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out flat roof surveys in Burnham-on-Crouch (1 mile south), Southminster (1 mile north-east), Asheldham (3 miles north-east), Steeple (3 miles north) and Dengie (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (15 miles north-west), Maldon (8 miles north-west), Canvey Island (13 miles south-west), Rayleigh (10 miles west), Witham (13 miles north-west) and Wickford (13 miles west).
Around Stoneyhills
In Stoneyhills, that means homes and buildings near Burnham-on-Crouch Primary School, among other places. Stoneyhills’s nearest station is Burnham-On-Crouch station, about 0.7 miles south. The countryside around Stoneyhills includes Lion Creek and Lower Raypits.
Questions from Stoneyhills
Do you cover commercial flat roofs around Stoneyhills?
Yes, commercial flat roofs are part of what we cover. Larger commercial roofs are quoted for the building, and roof access is agreed with you before the visit.
Do you cover smaller places like Stoneyhills?
Yes, Stoneyhills is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How long is the visit?
It typically takes an hour or two for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. We will confirm the timing as you book.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and we can provide details if a managing agent needs them.
Does the report include photos?
Yes, plenty. Each finding is shown in a picture where possible, which makes the report easy to follow.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable.
Signs you need a flat roof survey in Stoneyhills
No flat roof covering lasts for ever. Felt roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, EPDM often 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30, although how well it was laid and looked after matters a great deal. We can tell you how your roof is doing, whatever its age.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Cracked or split membrane
- Blisters and bubbles in the covering
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
For hotels and guest houses around Stoneyhills, a roof problem found early is far less disruptive than one found by a guest, so it pays to find faults before guests do.
Before you book anyone
- Are they insured for the work?
- What happens after the report arrives
- Will the report include photos?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
Useful tips for Stoneyhills property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Treat rooflights and old sheeting as fragile
- Note where water lies after a downpour
- Plan a survey before the covering reaches the end of its usual life
- Note the date and type of any roof work
The report is emailed to you, ready to share with a roofer, the seller or a managing agent. Each defect is described in plain words and shown in a photo, so others can follow it without going up to look.
Small defects are simpler to deal with while they’re still small. Prompt repairs tend to add years to a flat roof.