Essex · London and the South East
Takeley Street Flat Roof Survey
Surveys of flat roofs on homes, extensions and commercial buildings in Takeley Street, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Leaks around rooflights
- Pools of water lying on the roof
- Splits, cracks and crazing
Flat roof survey in Takeley Street
Flat roofs deal with rain in a very different way from pitched ones. Because rain sits on it for longer, a small split, an open seam or a blocked outlet matters more. We check the surface, the falls, the upstands and the edge trims, and we look for signs that water has reached the deck. The aim is to find problems before they show up as a stain on a ceiling. Typical surveys look at blisters and bubbles in the covering and edge trims that have lifted or split, across GRP fibreglass, upstands and outlets and mastic asphalt.
Flat roofs on exposed homes in small places like Takeley Street take more wind and rain, which is hard on edges, upstands and joins in the covering. Felt roofs, which often last around 15–20 years, normally show it first. EPDM rubber and GRP coverings last longer, but their edges and joints still need checking. Exposed edges are typically the first part of a flat roof to go.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Takeley Street (CM22)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can safely be seen is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t 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 roofs in small places like Takeley Street can have low, tight loft spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it is safe.
- We agree the roof to be surveyed, its use and any leaks you know about.
- The roof is viewed from safe positions, including the roof itself where that is safe.
- The covering is checked for wear, splits, blisters and standing water.
- We photograph and record the outlets, upstands, trims and rooflights.
- The report, with photos and recommendations, comes to you by email.
How to prepare
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Find any records of previous roof work
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Local flat roofs in Takeley Street
About 2.2 miles south lies Barrington Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Takeley Street has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. In Essex, older buildings are often clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, and lots of post-war and modern estates besides. Flat roofs fill the gaps in between, on extensions, garages, dormers and business premises.
Anyone responsible for a site like Roseacres Primary School will know that ponding and blocked outlets on a wide flat roof are worth catching before the next wet season. If you live in an older home near Church of the Holy Trinity, later flat-roofed additions are common on older houses, and their edges and upstands frequently show the first signs of wear.
Takeley Street is about 4 miles east of Bishop's Stortford, in Essex. We survey roofs in Takeley Street and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across Essex, we cover Takeley Street. Chelmsford is in our area too.
Here we cover the CM22 postcode area for flat roof surveys. Whether your property is on Westwood Mews, Kingfisher Meadow and Dunmow Road or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Takeley Street: Takeley (1 mile east), Smith's Green (1 mile east), Hope End Green (1 mile east), Puttock's End (2 miles south-east) and Start Hill (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (14 miles south-east), Braintree (13 miles east), Harlow (9 miles south-west), Saffron Walden (11 miles north), Great Dunmow (5 miles east) and Epping (13 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Takeley Street
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Green Man Public House and the streets around them. Takeley Street’s nearest station is Stansted Airport station, about 1.6 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Herts and Essex Hospital (3.1 miles west) and House On The Hill Toy Museum (3.2 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Rushy Mead and Portingbury Hills.
What affects the price in Takeley Street
To price your survey, we look at:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Which survey package you book
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Getting in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What kind of property and roof it is
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Takeley Street questions
Is my home in Takeley Street listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will you come out to Takeley Street?
Yes, Takeley Street is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Can you tell me how long my flat roof will last?
A precise figure is not something we give, because so much depends on upkeep, exposure and workmanship. Our report describes the condition and what needs doing, and when.
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 the report says if any part couldn’t be seen. We don’t walk on fragile rooflights or sheeting.
Will the survey show why my flat roof is leaking?
We check the covering and every detail where leaks commonly start, and photograph anything that could be letting water in. If the source is hidden, we may suggest a leak investigation or electronic leak detection.
What’s the best way to book?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. Photos are part of every report, so you can see each point for yourself.
Why act early in Takeley Street
Before replacing a flat roof, it is useful to know if you really need to. At times the trouble is a handful of failed details, and at times the whole covering is worn. Our report gives you the evidence to discuss with a roofer. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Flat roof survey starts from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
- Surveys on any day of the week
Landlords, agents and block managers in Takeley Street
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the flat roof, with photos.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed ahead of time. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
How the survey changes by roof type
Rooflights and upstands
We do not walk on rooflights or fragile sheeting, and we treat older rooflights as fragile. They’re inspected from safe positions and recorded with photos.
Mastic asphalt
Mastic asphalt is a heavy, seamless covering frequently found on older blocks, balconies and commercial roofs. We look for crazing, cracks, blisters and splits at the skirtings.
Places near Takeley Street
What else we do in Takeley Street
Common roof problems in Takeley Street
People go onto flat roofs for all sorts of reasons: cleaning windows, fitting aerials or air conditioning, or clearing gutters. A covering that wasn’t designed for foot traffic can crack or puncture. New brackets and fixings through the roof are another common source of leaks.
Problems we come across often include:
- Water getting in at rooflights
- Dips that suggest the deck is deflecting
- Raised blisters across the surface
- Blocked or damaged outlets
Landlords with a home close to Stansted Airport station may find that the flat roof over a let home is worth a look before it becomes a tenant complaint.
Questions to ask before you book
- When you’ll get the report
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What the survey will not cover