Essex · London and the South East
Howe Green Landlord Roof Survey
Not sure what state the let or shared roof is in? You can book a landlord roof survey in Howe Green and across Essex.
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
- Cracked or lifting flashings
How the survey works
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Around Howe Green, 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.
- First, we confirm the roofs and areas to be surveyed.
- You or your agent arrange access to the roof space and any flats we need to enter.
- We inspect each roof from safe vantage points, the loft space and the roof itself where safe.
- Defects are photographed and their urgency noted.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
Before we arrive
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
How to book
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Howe Green
The lease normally decides who is responsible for the roof and who pays. We don’t give legal advice on leases, but our report gives everyone an independent record of condition. It helps owners and managers discuss the next steps from the same facts. The report sets out what we saw, with photographs and recommendations. If you’ve noticed loose ridge or hip tiles and failed flashings at walls and chimneys, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a small place like Howe Green, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. 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 doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Howe Green (CM2)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
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. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Questions from Howe Green
I let a flat near Chelmsford station. Can you check the roof?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, including who will give access on the day.
Is my home in Howe Green listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a 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.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where it applies, the Premium Survey.
What if it rains on the day?
A survey can usually go ahead in light rain. High wind or heavy rain can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so we will agree a new date if the weather is not suitable.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking, based on the roof’s size, access and package. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and it’s better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Walls, floors and services beyond the roof
- Areas behind locked flats or blocked hatches
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Howe Green
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
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What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Roof area
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to let us know when you get in touch
We’ll usually ask about:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What made you get in touch
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Local roofs in Howe Green
In Essex, older buildings are frequently clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. The wider area around Howe Green has a long history of building, with Danbury Place about 1.7 miles north-east. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you own a rental within reach of Chelmsford station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant. If you run a business near Bond Street Chelmsford, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. If you live in an older home near Church of St Andrew, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Howe Green is about 3 miles south-east of Chelmsford, in Essex. We visit Howe Green as part of our work across Essex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Essex.
Here we cover the CM2 postcode area for landlord roof surveys. You will find streets such as Chalklands, Southend Road and The Tythings, and we cover them all. Other places close to Howe Green include East Hanningfield (2 miles south-east), West Hanningfield (2 miles south-west), Bicknacre (2 miles east), Rettendon (3 miles south) and South Hanningfield (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Chelmsford (3 miles north-west), Basildon (9 miles south), Braintree (13 miles north), Brentwood (11 miles south-west), Maldon (7 miles east) and Canvey Island (12 miles south).
Local landmarks in Howe Green
For rail, the closest station is Chelmsford station, about 3.6 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Bond Street Chelmsford (3.3 miles north-west) and Baddow Hospital (1.2 miles north-west). The countryside around Howe Green includes Hanningfield Reservoir.
Different roofs, different checks
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters are a common source of leaks on blocks. We check gutters, outlets and downpipes as far as can be seen safely.
Flat roofs on blocks and rear additions
Flat roofs are common over blocks, extensions and garages. Ponding, splits and blistering are recorded as far as safe access allows.
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Howe Green. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.