Essex · London and the South East
Landlord Roof Survey in Horseman Side
A careful look at the let or shared roof at your property in Horseman Side, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Leaking joints at party walls
- Missing or loose roof coverings
About our landlord roof survey in Horseman Side
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. The findings come in a written report with photos 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 shared roofs, blocks of flats and converted houses, and people most frequently book us about mortar falling from ridges and verges and slipped or missing slates and tiles.
Older buildings in small places like Horseman Side 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 frequently expected.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Horseman Side (CM14)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Questions from Horseman Side
Can a landlord with a rental near Brentwood station book a roof survey?
Of course. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Horseman Side?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
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. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant so you can plan spending. Repair costs aren’t included but it gives contractors a clear brief.
How do I arrange a landlord roof survey in Horseman Side?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes about one to two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Landlord roof surveys around Horseman Side
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. Hill Hall, about 4.2 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Horseman Side. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you let a flat or house near Brentwood station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. Take a building like Drapers' Academy: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Horseman Side is about 3 miles north-west of Brentwood, in Essex. From houses to flats and shops in Horseman Side, the roof can be surveyed. Horseman Side is one of the towns and villages in Essex where we work. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: CM14. Streets in the area include Tan House Lane and Horseman Side. We also cover the places around Horseman Side: Waterhales (1 mile south-west), Navestock Heath (1 mile north-west), Navestock Side (1 mile north-east), Coxtie Green (1 mile east) and Bentley (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns like Chelmsford (12 miles north-east), Basildon (11 miles south-east), Harlow (10 miles north-west), Brentwood (3 miles south-east), Billericay (8 miles east) and Loughton (7 miles west).
Near you in Horseman Side
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Weald Country Park and King William IV Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Horseman Side is Brentwood station, roughly 3.5 miles south-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Harold Wood Hospital (3.7 miles south). Open spaces near Horseman Side include Bedfords Park.
Nearby places to Horseman Side
Also in Horseman Side
What we are asked to look at in Horseman Side
Many blocks and converted houses have several roof types. They all age at different rates, and flat roofs over rear additions often need attention sooner.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Paul, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Questions to ask before you book
- Will the report include photos?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Tips that help
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Book gutter clearing at least once a year
- File each roof report for future reference
The report can feed straight into a maintenance plan. You can start with the urgent items and plan the rest over time.
Get gutters and roof outlets cleared at least once a year, especially on blocks with valleys or parapets. Many leaks into top flats start with a blocked gutter.
How the survey changes by roof type
Roof spaces and lofts
Access to the loft may be through a flat or a common area, so it needs arranging.
Gutters and downpipes
Overflowing gutters soak walls and can lead to damp in flats. We record what we see.
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
How the survey works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Around Horseman Side, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, 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.
How to prepare
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Book a survey
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Advice
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in Horseman Side and across Essex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Letting agents and landlords in Horseman Side book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof, useful for planning maintenance.