Essex · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Great Waltham
A careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Great Waltham, with photographs and a written report.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
What happens if roof problems are left?
Finding a roof defect early typically means a smaller, planned job. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. Outbuildings and barns around Great Waltham are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Visits on any day of the week
- A written report with photos
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and what we found on two real jobs.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Great Waltham
Roofs on let houses and blocks of flats are easy to forget until something leaks. A condition survey lets you find problems before they become leaks, and plan work rather than react to it. You get a written report with photographs to keep on file for the building. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to see how the roof is changing. We survey flat roofs on blocks, rented houses and converted houses, and common reasons people get in touch are missing or loose roof coverings and leaks into upper flats.
Older buildings in small places like Great Waltham 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. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Great Waltham (CM3)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. The whole visit typically takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. Rural addresses near Great Waltham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, 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.
- We agree the roofs to be surveyed and what you need the report for.
- Access to flats and the loft space is arranged by you or your agent.
- We inspect each roof as far as it can safely be seen.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- You get a written report to plan maintenance and budgets.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Tell us about parking before the day
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Booking a survey
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
How we price landlord roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How big the roof is
- Which survey package you book
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we can help you choose.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- Where the property is, with the postcode
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Honest limits
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Parts of the roof we can’t safely see or access
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
- Responsibility under a lease
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Converted houses
- Blocks of flats
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Rented houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
Towns and villages near Great Waltham
More services for Great Waltham
Local roofs in Great Waltham
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of SS Mary and Laurence, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Anyone responsible for a site like Chelmer Valley High School will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you let a flat or house near Beaulieu Park station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Great Waltham is about 4 miles north of Chelmsford, in Essex. We survey roofs in Great Waltham and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in CM3 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Brook Mead, Cherry Garden Road and Chelmsford Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Great Waltham: Breeds (1 mile south-west), Minnow End (1 mile south-east), Little Waltham (1 mile south-east), Broomfield (2 miles south-east) and Chignall Smealy (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (4 miles south), Basildon (15 miles south), Braintree (8 miles north-east), Harlow (15 miles west), Brentwood (13 miles south-west) and Maldon (11 miles south-east).
What’s near Great Waltham
In Great Waltham, that means homes and buildings near The Beehive pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Beaulieu Park station, about 3.7 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Broomfield Hospital (1.4 miles south). For a walk, there’s Little Waltham Meadows.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Felt flat roofs frequently last around 15–20 years, so their age matters.
Gutters and downpipes
Valley and box gutters on blocks can overflow inside. We give them close attention.
Great Waltham questions
Will you come out to Great Waltham?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Is my home in Great Waltham listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Who do you carry out landlord roof surveys for?
It suits anyone responsible for a let or shared roof: landlords, agents, freeholders and residents’ management companies.
How much is a landlord roof survey?
Our packages start from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. Larger buildings are priced to suit, so call 07833 053749 or drop us an email for a price.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No. The lease usually decides who is responsible and we don’t give legal advice. Our report gives an independent record of the roof’s condition that everyone can refer to.
Practical tips
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- File each roof report for future reference
- Don’t wait for a leak to survey the roof
Photos make it easier to explain the findings to leaseholders, tenants or directors. The report is written in plain language.
Get gutters and roof outlets cleared at least once a year and include any valley or parapet gutters. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.