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Landlord roof survey in Pitsea, Essex
Landlord roof surveys in Pitsea and the rest of Essex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Gaps where tiles or slates have slipped
- Cracked or leaning shared chimneys
What affects the price in Pitsea
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- What made you get in touch
We survey roofs seven days a week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Landlord roof surveys for homes and businesses in Pitsea
Roofs on let houses and blocks of flats are easy to forget until something leaks. A condition survey lets you find problems before they become leaks so work can be planned, not rushed. The findings come in a written report with photos that you can keep with the building’s records. Many clients repeat the survey on a rolling basis to keep maintenance plans current. If you’re worried about damp or stains in top-floor flats and worn ridges, hips and verges, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Semis and terraces in a town like Pitsea share roof details with the neighbours. When a stack or gutter is shared, the problem may not be on your side alone. We can only inspect what we have access to, so shared parts are reported as far as they can be seen safely. It is useful to mention any shared stacks or gutters when you book.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Pitsea (SS13, SS14, SS16)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- Parts of the roof we cannot safely see or access
- A full structural assessment of the building
- Confirming asbestos in older roof materials
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Pitsea
- Gutters and downpipes
- Shared roofs
- Flat roofs on blocks
- Blocks of flats
- Converted houses
- Rented houses
What happens on the day
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes roughly 1–2 hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. Most visits in a town like Pitsea start at the front of the house and work round to the back. The back garden is often where extensions, dormers and rear slopes are best seen, so unlocked gates help. Then, if it can be reached safely, we look in the loft.
- First, we confirm the scope and the purpose of the report.
- You arrange access to the loft and any flats we need.
- Each roof is checked from safe vantage points and inside where possible.
- We photograph defects and note how urgent they look.
- A written condition report follows to help you plan.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Getting a price
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
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Surveys for landlords and agents in Pitsea
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the let or shared roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Pitsea: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Pitsea station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you need.
Should a flat-roofed garage or porch in Pitsea be checked too?
Yes, if you’d like it included, mention it when you book. Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos, so a specialist asbestos surveyor should check before they’re disturbed.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How long is the visit?
It typically takes between one and two hours for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. The written report follows by email.
Do you cover Pitsea?
Yes. We cover Pitsea and the rest of Essex. For a price, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Local roofs in Pitsea
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Pitsea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, while driving rain finds any gap. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, before anyone quotes for re-roofing.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Eastgate Shopping Centre, knowing the roof’s condition lets you budget for work rather than pay for emergencies. Anyone responsible for a site like The Basildon Upper Academy will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. Homes near green spaces such as Vange Hill can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
Pitsea is about 2 miles east of Basildon, in Essex. Whether the building in Pitsea is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Our Essex coverage includes Pitsea. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Every address in SS13, SS14 and SS16 is within our area for landlord roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on High Road, Kirby Road and Beech Road. Pitsea is on the A13 and A132, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Pitsea include Bowers Gifford (1 mile east), North Benfleet (1 mile east), Nevendon (2 miles north-east), Tarpots (2 miles east) and South Benfleet (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (12 miles north), Brentwood (9 miles north-west), Maldon (13 miles north-east), Canvey Island (5 miles south-east), Billericay (5 miles north-west) and Rayleigh (5 miles east).
Landmarks near Pitsea
Around Pitsea, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Vange Hill, The Barge pub and Northlands Primary School and Nursery, among other places. Pitsea’s nearest station is Pitsea station, roughly 0.6 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Motor Boat Museum (1 mile west) and Rayleigh Castle (4.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Vange Marsh RSPB nature reserve.
Useful tips for Pitsea property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep roof surveys on a rolling plan
- Ask residents to report damp right away
- Check your lease or ask a solicitor about who pays
- Arrange flat access ahead of time
Many clients use the report as the basis for a maintenance plan. You can start with the urgent items and plan the rest over time.
Check the loft hatch can be reached and opened so the roof can be checked from inside. Clutter around the hatch slows things down.
How the survey changes by roof type
Shared chimney stacks
A leaning or cracked stack on a shared building affects more than one owner, so a clear record helps.
Pitched roofs on houses and blocks
Slate and tiled pitched roofs are common on let and shared buildings. Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys and flashings are inspected as far as can be seen safely.