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Landlord Roof Survey in Easthorpe
Landlord roof surveys in Easthorpe from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Parapets and upstands in poor repair
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
How a landlord roof survey works in Easthorpe
Access needs arranging before a survey of a let or shared building. We may need to get into the loft space and some or all of the flats and residents will need to be told in advance. You or your agent arrange access and we’ll say what we need when you book. Any part we couldn’t reach is noted in the report. If you’re worried about parapets and upstands in poor repair and worn ridges, hips and verges, we can find out what’s behind it, on rented houses, gutters and downpipes and converted houses alike.
Older buildings in small places like Easthorpe may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Location
- Easthorpe (CO5)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- 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
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
It is a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Responsibility under a lease
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- A full structural assessment of the building
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Easthorpe
- Rented houses
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Converted houses
Landlord roof surveys around Easthorpe
In Essex, older buildings are frequently clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, and plenty of post-war and modern estates besides. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. About 2.7 miles south lies Layer Marney Tower, a reminder of how long the area around Easthorpe has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Landlords with a home close to Marks Tey station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Easthorpe is about 6 miles west of Colchester, in Essex. Whether the building in Easthorpe is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Our area takes in places right across Essex. There’s also a page for Chelmsford.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: CO5. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Mulberry Green (1 mile north-east), Marks Tey (1 mile north), Little Tey (2 miles north-west), Copford (2 miles north-east) and Messing (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Colchester (6 miles east), Chelmsford (15 miles south-west), Braintree (9 miles west), Maldon (10 miles south-west), Witham (7 miles south-west) and Camulodunum (4 miles east).
What’s near Easthorpe
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to House Without A Name Public House. Easthorpe’s nearest station is Marks Tey station, about 1.5 miles north. Nearby you will also find Anchor Press Museum (3.3 miles south) and Birch Castle (2.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Iron Latch.
The survey, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take an hour or two on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. For a village or hamlet like Easthorpe, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged with you in advance.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Getting ready for the survey
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Keep pets in another room
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
We survey roofs on weekdays and at weekends. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
- Arrange flat access in advance
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
Questions about the findings are welcome. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person one.
Regular roof checks beat waiting for a leak. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings with gutters cleared every year.
Easthorpe: your questions answered
Will you come out to Easthorpe?
Yes, Easthorpe is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
How do I find out if my home in Easthorpe is listed?
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.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons clients book. A repeat survey later shows how the roof has changed to keep your plan up to date.
What does a block roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The price depends on the size of the building and the number of roofs. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Will you check the loft?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Can your report tell us who pays for the roof work?
No, that depends on the lease, so speak to your managing agent or a solicitor. We report on the roof’s condition and what needs attention.
What affects the price in Easthorpe
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- House, block, shop or office
- Roof area
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Easthorpe
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.