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Landlord roof survey in Higham, Essex
Find out what’s going on with the let or shared roof before you spend money on it. Landlord roof surveys in Higham, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Damaged party-wall upstands or parapets
- Flashings that have come away
Why act early in Higham
On a shared roof, disagreements are easier to settle with a clear record. Without one, each party may have a different view of what’s wrong. Older cottages and farmhouses around Higham can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
For a price for your roof in Higham, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book us in Higham
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
How a landlord roof survey works in Higham
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Flat roofs over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too where they’re part of the brief. We also look at chimneys, parapets and party-wall upstands where it’s safe to see them, along with the loft space where there is safe access. Typical surveys look at chimney stacks in poor repair and leaks into upper flats, across flat roofs on blocks, converted houses and gutters and downpipes.
Some older homes in villages like Higham are 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 frequently expected.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the let or shared roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Higham (CO7)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near Higham
What else we do in Higham
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Higham
Higham lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, and a good many post-war and modern estates besides. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Castle House, about 2.6 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Higham. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Stratford St Mary Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Higham is about 7 miles north-east of Colchester, in Essex. We cover Higham and the rest of Essex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Higham is one of the towns and villages in Essex where we work for landlord roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: CO7. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Stratford St Mary (1 mile south-east), Thorington Street (1 mile west), Holton St Mary (2 miles north-east), Withermarsh Green (2 miles north-west) and Dedham (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (7 miles south-west), Clacton-on-Sea (15 miles south-east), Harwich (13 miles east), Camulodunum (8 miles south-west), Halstead (14 miles west) and Greenstead (6 miles south).
Landmarks near Higham
We work in homes and buildings around The Swan Inn. Higham’s nearest station is Manningtree station, about 4.2 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Severalls Hospital (5.2 miles south-west) and Little Wenham Castle (3.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Higham includes Cattawade Marshes.
Different roofs, different checks
Gutters and downpipes
Overflowing gutters soak walls and can lead to damp in flats. Any problems are photographed.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Outlets on flat roofs block easily leaving water standing. We check them as part of the survey.
Common questions in Higham
Do you cover smaller places like Higham?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Manningtree station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can normally go ahead in light rain. Heavy rain or strong wind can ground a drone and make the roof unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather isn’t suitable.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. Access is agreed with you when booking.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later, which helps you plan work and budgets. Repair costs are not included, but contractors can price from it.
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take an hour or two for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Rural addresses near Higham 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. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
- You receive photos and recommendations, prioritised where relevant.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and give us some details about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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Checking the roof from ground level
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Do not store items over the loft hatch
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Arrange flat access beforehand
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
How soon the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Agents often choose the package that suits the building.
Keep the loft space accessible so the roof can be checked from inside. Clutter around the hatch slows things down.