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Landlord roof survey in Manwood Green, Essex
Wondering about the let or shared roof at a property in Manwood Green? You can book a landlord roof survey in Manwood Green and across Essex.
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
- Damaged pots and flaunching
How a landlord roof survey works in Manwood Green
Who pays for roof work on a block depends on the lease. We do not give legal advice on leases, but our report gives everyone an independent record of condition. That can help when owners, freeholders and agents need to agree what happens next. You get photos and written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. Common reasons to book are gaps where tiles or slates have slipped and flashings that have come away, on converted houses, gutters and downpipes and rented houses.
In a small place like Manwood 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. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Place
- Manwood Green (CM17)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Older rural homes like those around Manwood Green can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start by agreeing the scope, roof by roof.
- You or your agent arrange access to the loft space and any flats we need to enter.
- The roofs are inspected from the ground, vantage points, the roof space and the roof where it is safe.
- We photograph each defect and note how urgent it looks.
- You get a written condition report to help plan maintenance.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Advice
What we look for on each type of roof
Gutters and downpipes
Valley and box gutters on blocks can overflow inside. We give them close attention.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Ridges, hips and verges take a lot of weather, so we look at them closely.
Also near Manwood Green
Other services in Manwood Green
What a landlord roof survey looks like in Manwood Green
In Essex, older buildings are frequently clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, alongside lots of post-war and newer estates. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. With Barrington Hall about 3.3 miles north, Manwood Green sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
If you own a rental within reach of Sawbridgeworth station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Martin, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Manwood Green is about 6 miles east of Harlow, in Essex. We survey roofs in Manwood Green and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
We work across the CM17 postcode area for landlord roof surveys and the streets around it. Nearby, we also carry out landlord roof surveys in Matching Green (1 mile south-west), White Roding (1 mile east), Abbess Roding (2 miles south-east), Little Laver (2 miles south) and Beauchamp Roding (3 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns like Chelmsford (11 miles east), Braintree (15 miles north-east), Harlow (6 miles west), Brentwood (12 miles south), Billericay (14 miles south-east) and Loughton (12 miles south-west).
What’s near Manwood Green
Manwood Green’s nearest station is Sawbridgeworth station, about 3.9 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Willingale Doe (4.2 miles south-east). The countryside around Manwood Green includes Sawbridgeworth Marsh.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Defects caught early can often be dealt with as planned work. Waiting for a leak can mean damage to ceilings, decorations and tenants’ belongings and force rushed work. Older and listed buildings around Manwood Green may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
For a price for your roof in Manwood Green, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and a few details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Manwood Green
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% of customers satisfied
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we check the roof.
Questions from Manwood Green
Can a landlord with a rental near Sawbridgeworth station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you need.
Will you come out to Manwood Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Do I need to be at home?
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.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it when booking and we will plan the survey around it.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What if it rains on the day?
It can, depending on the survey. Drone flights need calm, dry weather, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What affects the cost of landlord roof surveys
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Height and safe access
- Roof area
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Which survey package you book
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
Helping us price your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
For landlords and managing agents
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the let or shared roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.