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Landlord roof survey in Little Dunmow, Essex
Know where you stand with the let or shared roof before you spend money on it. We carry out landlord roof surveys in Little Dunmow, with photos and a clear written report.
- Chimney stacks in poor repair
- Slipped or missing slates and tiles
- Worn ridges, hips and verges
Landlord roof survey in Little Dunmow
Shared roofs on blocks, converted houses and terraces raise their own questions. We inspect the roof as far as it can safely be seen including the loft and flats where access is arranged. The report records the condition of each part giving all parties the same information. We can only inspect the parts of a shared roof we are allowed to reach. We are frequently asked to look into gaps where tiles or slates have slipped and leaks into upper flats, on gutters and downpipes, flat roofs on blocks and rented houses.
Houses in smaller places like Little Dunmow can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose before it lets water in. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
The report is written in plain words, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Where
- Little Dunmow (CM6)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Little Dunmow
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
What a landlord roof survey does not cover
It is a careful look at the let or shared roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- Responsibility under a lease
- Structural calculations or an engineer’s report
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and downpipes
- Rented houses
- Blocks of flats
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Converted houses
- Shared roofs
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Hold on to old reports to compare later
- Tell tenants when we are coming
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
If anything in the report needs explaining, ask us. With the Standard Survey there is a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person one.
Deal with the high-priority defects quickly and schedule the others. Left alone, minor faults typically get worse.
How the survey changes by roof type
Shared chimney stacks
Many terraces and conversions have shared stacks. Pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at from safe vantage points.
Roof spaces and lofts
Looking inside the roof often tells us more. We go into the loft where it’s safe looking for water marks and gaps.
Nearby places to Little Dunmow
Other services in Little Dunmow
How the survey works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about one to 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 Little Dunmow, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Mention any side of the property we can’t get to. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- We confirm the access we’ll need.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where safe.
- The report records areas we couldn’t access.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photos.
Before we arrive
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Local roofs in Little Dunmow
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, and lots of 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 The Flitch Green Academy: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary the Virgin, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Little Dunmow is about 6 miles west of Braintree, in Essex. Wherever you are in Little Dunmow, we can carry out landlord roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Essex. There is also a page for Chelmsford.
Every address in CM6 is within our area for landlord roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Station Road, Worrin Road and Durand Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for landlord roof surveys include Brookstreet (1 mile west), Felsted (1 mile east), Causeway End (1 mile south-east), North End (1 mile south) and Watch House Green (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Chelmsford (9 miles south), Braintree (6 miles east), Harlow (14 miles south-west), Maldon (15 miles south-east), Witham (10 miles south-east) and Saffron Walden (13 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Little Dunmow
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Flitch Of Bacon Public House and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Little Easton Moat (4 miles north-west) and Braintree Community Hospital (5.4 miles east). Open spaces near Little Dunmow include Phyllis Currie Nature Reserve.
Common questions in Little Dunmow
Is Little Dunmow in the area you cover?
Yes, Little Dunmow is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is my home in Little Dunmow listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
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.
Does this replace a RICS building survey?
No, it’s a roof survey. It isn’t a RICS Level 2 or 3 building survey and doesn’t replace a structural engineer’s report.
Does the report help with maintenance planning?
Yes. It shows what needs attention now and what can be planned for later so you can plan spending. It does not include repair cost estimates, but contractors can price from it.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.