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Landlord roof survey in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea
Wondering about the let or shared roof at a property in Leigh-on-Sea? We carry out landlord roof surveys in Leigh-on-Sea and across Southend-on-Sea.
- Choked outlets and gutters
- Splits and blisters in flat roof coverings
- Leaking joints at party walls
How we price landlord roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The shape of the roof and its details
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the exact price before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- The property’s address and postcode
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Leigh-on-Sea
With a shared roof, it’s not always clear what’s wrong or where. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen, including from the loft space and the flats where access is arranged. Each part of the roof is recorded with photos, so everyone works from the same facts. Where neighbours share the roof, we can only inspect what we’re given access to. Common reasons to book are ponding or splits on flat roofs and cracked or lifting flashings, on converted houses, blocks of flats and gutters and downpipes.
Around Leigh-on-Sea, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Leigh-on-Sea (SS9, SS7)
- Wider area
- Southend-on-Sea
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
Tenants can only report what shows inside. A ceiling stain often means water has been coming in for some time. We check the roof, not just the symptoms. On a bungalow or cottage around Leigh-on-Sea, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Why book with us
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Photographs and a written report every time
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords, agents and building managers in Leigh-on-Sea and across Southend-on-Sea can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Common questions in Leigh-on-Sea
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Leigh-on-Sea, take more of a battering?
Often, yes. Leigh-on-Sea is within about 1 mile of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Will you come out to Leigh-on-Sea?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does this replace a RICS building survey?
No, it focuses on the roof. It is not a RICS Level 2 or 3 survey and does not replace a structural engineer’s report.
Is the report suitable for a maintenance plan?
Yes. Recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant so you can plan spending. Repair costs are not included, but contractors can price from it.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing are not part of what we do. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey usually takes between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a block or a building with several roofs. With a bit of garden around a house, as there often is around Leigh-on-Sea, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- You tell us 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.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Let us know about parking before the day
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
Leigh-on-Sea homes and their roofs
Leigh-on-Sea lies within about 1 mile of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof. The wider area around Leigh-on-Sea has a long history of building, with Southchurch Hall about 3.4 miles east. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Living close to Chalkwell Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. If you let a flat or house near Leigh-on-Sea station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Leigh-on-Sea is about 2 miles west of Southend-on-Sea, in Southend-on-Sea. We carry out landlord roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Leigh-on-Sea and nearby. Across Southend-on-Sea, we cover Leigh-on-Sea and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
We survey roofs across SS9 and SS7 for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer landlord roof surveys to properties on Station Road, London Road and High Street and the roads around them. We also cover Chalkwell (1 mile east), Eastwood (1 mile north), Westcliff-on-Sea (2 miles east), Hadleigh (2 miles west) and Milton (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Shoeburyness (6 miles east), North Shoebury (6 miles east), Southchurch (4 miles east), Great Wakering (7 miles east) and Thorpe Bay (5 miles east).
Near you in Leigh-on-Sea
We work in homes and buildings around St Hilda's School, The Elms pub and Belfairs Academy. Leigh-on-Sea’s nearest station is Leigh-on-Sea station, roughly 0.7 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Hadleigh Castle (1.9 miles west) and Chartwell Private Hospital (0.7 miles west). Open spaces near Leigh-on-Sea include Two Tree Island.
Before and after the survey
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Act on high-priority defects quickly
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
Report times depend on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day. Pick the package that suits the building and your timescale.
Keep gutters and outlets clear and include any valley or parapet gutters. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
Places near Leigh-on-Sea
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When to book a survey in Leigh-on-Sea
Older buildings across London and South East England have roofs that are decades old. Fixings, flashings and underlay can fail before the slates or tiles themselves, and a survey helps show where that is happening.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Flashings that have come away
- Leaks into upper flats
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Take a building like West Leigh Infant School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance