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Landlord roof survey in Maple End, Essex
Get a clear view of the let or shared roof at a property in Maple End from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Damp or stains in top-floor flats
What we do, step by step
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes an hour or two at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a hamlet or village like Maple End, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with what you know about the building and its history.
- 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.
- Findings and recommendations are set out with photographs.
Before we arrive
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Booking a survey
Landlord roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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Landlord roof survey in Maple End: what you get
A landlord roof survey covers the usual parts of a roof: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Flat roofs on blocks, extensions and garages are included where they’re part of the brief. We also look at chimneys, parapets and party-wall upstands where it is safe to see them, along with the loft space where there’s safe access. We’re frequently asked to look into cracked or lifting flashings and standing water on a flat roof, across blocks of flats, rented houses and shared roofs.
Somewhere as small as Maple End, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, frequently with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Where we cannot see part of the let or shared roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Place
- Maple End (CB10)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Survey the roof on a regular cycle
- Check the roof space can be accessed
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Ask residents to report damp straight away
The report comes with photos and written recommendations, prioritised by urgency where relevant. We send it by email ready to pass on to whoever needs it.
Keep gutters and outlets clear, especially on blocks with valleys or parapets. Blocked gutters are a common cause of leaks into top-floor flats.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Maple End
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
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.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
FAQs for Maple End
Is Maple End within the area you cover?
Yes. Maple End is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you cover Maple End?
Yes, Maple End is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
Do you need access to all the flats?
That depends on the layout. Frequently we need the loft and certain flats, and you or your agent arrange access. We tell you what’s needed when booking.
Can we use the survey to plan a roof budget?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons clients book. Surveying again later shows what has changed, which suits a rolling plan.
How much time does the visit need?
A visit typically takes about 1–2 hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. We will give you an idea when booking.
Will you say whether the freeholder or leaseholders should pay?
No, we don’t advise on leases, so ask your managing agent or a solicitor. We report on the roof’s condition and what needs attention.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
What this survey cannot tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Responsibility under a lease
- Whether materials contain asbestos (a specialist asbestos surveyor’s job)
- Roof areas we weren’t given access to
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Converted houses
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Shared roofs
- Gutters and downpipes
- Blocks of flats
- Rented houses
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Maple End
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. About 4.5 miles west lies Audley End House, a reminder of how long the area around Maple End has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
The streets around a church like Church of All Saints are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Anyone responsible for a site like Radwinter Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School will know that a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Maple End is about 3 miles east of Saffron Walden, in Essex. Bookings from Maple End are handled just like any other: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
All of CB10 is covered for landlord roof surveys. If you are just outside Maple End, we cover Radwinter (1 mile east), Wimbish (1 mile south-west), The Common (1 mile north-east), Hempstead (2 miles east) and Church End (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Braintree (13 miles south-east), Saffron Walden (3 miles west), Halstead (14 miles east), Great Dunmow (10 miles south), Stansted Mountfitchet (9 miles south-west) and Great Notley (13 miles south-east).
Around Maple End
Other landmarks nearby include Saffron Walden Community Hospital (3 miles west) and Castle Camps (3.7 miles north-east). The countryside around Maple End includes Hales and Shadwell Woods.
Why act early in Maple End
On a shared roof, disagreements are easier to settle with a clear record. Without a survey, it is one opinion against another. Older and listed buildings around Maple End may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book us in Maple End
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Surveys seven days a week
- An independent view of the roof
- Clear package prices, with VAT included