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Landlord Roof Survey in Fordstreet
Get a clear view of the let or shared roof at a property in Fordstreet from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Leaks into upper flats
Different roofs, different checks
Roof spaces and lofts
Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay or none at all. We note what we see from inside.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roof outlets frequently clog leaving water standing. They’re checked during the survey.
Landlord roof survey in Fordstreet
Who pays for roof work on a block depends on the lease. We do not give legal advice on leases, but our report gives everyone an independent record of condition. That can help when owners, freeholders and agents need to agree what happens next. The report sets out what we saw, with photographs and recommendations. Common reasons to book are failed flashings at walls and chimneys and missing or loose roof coverings, on shared roofs, gutters and downpipes and blocks of flats.
Somewhere as small as Fordstreet, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on everything that’s safely in view, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
If any part of the let or shared roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Fordstreet (CO6)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Cottages and farmhouses around Fordstreet often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We let you know which flats and hatches we need to reach.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the loft space and the roof where safe.
- We note what couldn’t be seen as well as what could.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Before the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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For landlords and managing agents
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
Common roof problems in Fordstreet
Many let properties sit under roofs that have seen decades of weather. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves so it pays to check how the roof is holding up.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Flashings that have come away
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Ceiling stains reported by tenants
If you look after a building such as Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Before you book anyone
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Fordstreet
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, before anyone quotes for re-roofing. Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, alongside a good many post-war and newer estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
If you let a flat or house near Chappel & Wakes Colne station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Margaret and St Catherine, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Fordstreet is about 5 miles west of Colchester, in Essex. Surveys in Fordstreet work the same way as everywhere we cover: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. We cover towns and villages across Essex. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
We work across the CO6 postcode area for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Ford Street, Fordstreet Hill and Ponders Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Rose Green (1 mile north-west), Chappel (2 miles north-west), Swan Street (2 miles west), Wakes Colne (2 miles north-west) and Great Tey (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Colchester (5 miles east), Braintree (10 miles west), Maldon (13 miles south), Witham (10 miles south-west), Camulodunum (4 miles south-east) and Halstead (7 miles west).
Local landmarks in Fordstreet
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Queen's Head Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Chappel & Wakes Colne station, roughly 1.8 miles north-west. A little further out are Essex County Hospital (4.4 miles east) and Mount Bures (3.6 miles north). Open spaces near Fordstreet include Iron Latch.
Why it is worth a survey now in Fordstreet
Keeping a dated survey on file helps with future planning. Repeat surveys let you see how the roof is changing, which suits a rolling maintenance plan. For an older or listed building in a place like Fordstreet, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What you get with us
- An independent look at the roof
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Surveys on any day of the week
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Common questions in Fordstreet
Do you cover smaller places like Fordstreet?
Yes, Fordstreet is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Can a landlord with a rental near Chappel & Wakes Colne station book a roof survey?
Yes, that is a common request. Let us know whether a tenant or an agent will let us in, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details when booking.
How much does a landlord roof survey cost in Fordstreet?
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. For a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Fordstreet
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Roof area
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before you book.
Booking your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Anything about access we should know
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price before you book.