Essex · London and the South East
Landlord roof survey in Childerditch, Essex
A careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Childerditch, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
Landlord roof survey in Childerditch
Our landlord roof survey gives you a clear picture of a roof’s condition, written up so you can plan. Landlords, letting agents, managing agents and freeholders all use it, as well as residents’ and RTM management companies. The report covers defects, photographs and recommendations set out by urgency where relevant. The survey covers the roof, not the whole building. If you are worried about standing water on a flat roof and flashings that have come away, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Childerditch, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photo. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Childerditch (CM13)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Childerditch
Is my home in Childerditch listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
I let a flat near West Horndon station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
How much is a survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT.
Do you survey roofs shared between flats?
Yes. We survey what we can access and see safely. Areas we couldn’t see are noted as well as what could.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Will you check the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
What we look for on each type of roof
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
The edges and top of a pitched roof are exposed and get close attention.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Outlets on flat roofs block easily, and standing water follows. They’re checked during the survey.
Towns and villages near Childerditch
Other services in Childerditch
Local roofs in Childerditch
In Essex, older buildings are often clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, alongside plenty of post-war and newer estates. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. The wider area around Childerditch has a long history of building, with Hare Hall about 4.8 miles west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you let a flat or house near West Horndon station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints and St Faith, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Childerditch is about 3 miles south of Brentwood, in Essex. We visit Childerditch as part of our work across Essex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our Essex coverage includes Childerditch. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the CM13 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Little Warley (1 mile south-west), West Horndon (1 mile south-east), East Horndon (2 miles east), Herongate (2 miles north-east) and Bulphan (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (13 miles north-east), Basildon (6 miles east), Brentwood (3 miles north), Canvey Island (12 miles east), Billericay (5 miles north-east) and Rayleigh (12 miles east).
Landmarks near Childerditch
In Childerditch, that means homes and buildings near Brentwood County High School and Greyhound Public House. The closest station to Childerditch is West Horndon station, roughly 1.3 miles south-east. Nearby you will also find Upminster Tithe Barn Museum of Nostalgia (3 miles west) and Spire Hartswood Hospital (1.8 miles north-west). Not far away are Thorndon Park.
When you need someone else
It’s useful to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Childerditch
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Gutters and downpipes
Do you need a landlord roof survey in Childerditch?
Many blocks and converted houses have several roof types. They all age at different rates, and flat roofs over rear additions often need attention sooner.
People usually book a survey when they’ve noticed something like this:
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Cracked or lifting flashings
- Choked outlets and gutters
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Woodlands School Great Warley, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- When you will get the report
- What experience they bring
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. On timing, it normally takes about one to two hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a hamlet or village like Childerditch, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- We check coverings, flashings, gutters and chimneys where they can be seen.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photographs.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Arrange a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- The address and postcode of the property
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A planned maintenance budget needs real information. Our report separates urgent items from those that can wait, so spending can be spread sensibly. Outbuildings and barns around Childerditch are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See our cost guide and our case studies.