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Landlord roof survey in Harrowcross, Essex
Roof condition reports for landlords, agents and blocks of flats across Harrowcross, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Leaks into upper flats
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Around Harrowcross, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We agree which roofs and which parts of the building are included.
- We confirm which flats and loft spaces we need to get into, and you arrange access.
- The roofs are inspected from ground level, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it’s safe.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- The report sets out condition and recommendations to help you plan.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Related advice
Landlord roof survey in Harrowcross: what you get
Roofs on let houses and blocks of flats are easy to forget until something leaks. Surveying the roof first helps you spot defects early so work can be planned, not rushed. The findings come in a written report with photos that you can keep with the building’s records. Many landlords and agents repeat it every few years to see how the roof is changing. Common reasons to book are leaking joints at party walls and mortar falling from ridges and verges, on converted houses, blocks of flats and shared roofs.
In a small place like Harrowcross, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Harrowcross (CO9)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- Check the loft space can be accessed
- Get legal advice on lease responsibilities
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- Give tenants a simple way to report leaks
You receive a written report with photos and recommendations ranked by urgency where relevant. It’s emailed to you so you can share it with owners, agents or contractors.
Have the roof looked at regularly, not just when it leaks. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings, alongside yearly gutter clearing.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Harrowcross
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What this survey cannot tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Who pays under the lease (that is a legal question)
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Asbestos testing of roof sheets or soffits
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
Common questions in Harrowcross
Is my home in Harrowcross listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Harrowcross?
Yes, Harrowcross 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.
How much time does the visit need?
A visit typically takes between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. You will know roughly how long when we arrange it.
Is a landlord roof survey the same as a full building survey?
No, it’s a roof survey. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 building survey and doesn’t replace a structural engineer’s report.
How much is a landlord roof survey?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The building’s size, roofs and access all affect the price. For a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
What access do you need for a block roof survey?
We may do. Where the loft or roof can only be reached through a home, we will need to go in, so residents need notice.
Towns and villages near Harrowcross
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What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- How big the roof is
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
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’d like to know.
Helping us price your survey
Some details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Local roofs in Harrowcross
About 1.7 miles north-east lies Hedingham Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Harrowcross has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, and a good many post-war and modern estates besides. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters.
Take a building like Hedingham School and Sixth Form: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Peter, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Harrowcross is about 3 miles north-west of Halstead, in Essex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Harrowcross can all book landlord roof surveys. Harrowcross is one of the towns and villages in Essex where we work. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
All of CO9 is covered for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Harrowcross include Sible Hedingham (1 mile north-east), Almshouse Green (1 mile west), Castle Hedingham (2 miles north-east), Gosfield (3 miles south) and Beazley End (4 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Colchester (15 miles east), Braintree (6 miles south), Witham (12 miles south), Saffron Walden (15 miles west), Camulodunum (14 miles south-east) and Halstead (3 miles south-east).
What’s near Harrowcross
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The White Lion pub. Nearby you’ll also find Hedingham Castle (1.7 miles north-east) and Halstead Hospital (3 miles south-east). Not far away are Belcher's and Broadfield Woods.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.