Thurrock · London and the South East
Chadwell St Mary Landlord Roof Survey
Find out what’s going on with the let or shared roof before you decide what to do next. Landlord roof surveys in Chadwell St Mary, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Leaks into upper flats
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
The report can feed straight into a maintenance plan. Urgent items can be dealt with first and plan the rest over time.
Get gutters and roof outlets cleared at least once a year, particularly on blocks with valleys or parapets. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
About our landlord roof survey in Chadwell St Mary
Some landlords book a survey when they buy a property to let, or after a tenant reports a leak. Agents and freeholders frequently want a survey for a rolling maintenance plan. The report is laid out the same way whatever the reason with photographs and recommendations. Surveys are carried out on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays which can help when arranging access with residents. If you’ve noticed damp or stains in top-floor flats and standing water on a flat roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Trees around homes in smaller places like Chadwell St Mary drop leaves, twigs and moss onto roofs and into gutters. Once gutters and outlets block, water spills over and soaks the walls. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from the ground.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the let or shared roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Chadwell St Mary (RM16)
- Region
- Thurrock
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Chadwell St Mary
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Chadwell St Mary, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Herringham Primary Academy, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you run a business near Ealing Broadway Centre, a roof report helps plan work around trading rather than after a leak. For landlords with property near East Tilbury station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Chadwell St Mary is about 2 miles east of Grays, in Thurrock. Roofs in Chadwell St Mary get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Thurrock. Our area takes in places right across Thurrock, large and small. We also survey roofs in Maidstone.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: RM16. Whether your property is on St Teresa Walk, Claudian Way and Heathlyn Close or anywhere close by, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Orsett Heath (1 mile north-west), Biggin (1 mile south), West Tilbury (1 mile south-east), Little Thurrock (1 mile west) and Tilbury (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Stanford-le-Hope (4 miles north-east), South Ockendon (4 miles north-west), Balstonia (3 miles north-east), Corringham (5 miles north-east), Aveley (5 miles west) and South Stifford (3 miles west).
Local landmarks in Chadwell St Mary
Around Chadwell St Mary, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Thurrock and Basildon College and Palmer's College, among other places. For rail, the closest station is East Tilbury station, about 1.8 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Ealing Broadway Centre (3.5 miles north-west) and Orsett Hospital (1.6 miles north). For a walk, there is Thurrock Thameside Nature Park and Sawyers Lake.
How we price landlord roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How big the roof is
- Height and safe access
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
We’ll normally ask about:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Chadwell St Mary, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Chadwell St Mary
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near East Tilbury station?
Yes, landlords and agents book with us as well as owners. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Is Chadwell St Mary within the area you cover?
Yes, Chadwell St Mary is covered. We cover the whole of 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 it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain doesn’t usually stop a survey, and it can even help show where water is getting in. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
How do I book a survey in Chadwell St Mary?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Towns and villages near Chadwell St Mary
What else we do in Chadwell St Mary
What happens if roof problems are left?
A contractor’s quote tells you what they propose to do. An independent survey tells you the roof’s condition first so you know what you’re asking contractors to price. In a smaller place like Chadwell St Mary, wherever a roof is exposed, a loose ridge or flashing does not stay loose for long. Each storm lifts it a little further.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Chadwell St Mary
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Plain-English reports with photos
- An independent look at the roof
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
When you need someone else
It is a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Responsibility under a lease
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
How the survey works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Parking around Chadwell St Mary is normally easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from ground level, and the loft shows the rest.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.