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Landlord Roof Survey in Tilbury
Need a landlord roof survey in Tilbury? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
- Gutters overflowing onto walls
- Failed flashings at walls and chimneys
Landlord roof survey in Tilbury: what you get
We check the same things on a let roof as on any other: slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and the loft. Flat roofs over blocks, rear additions and garages are covered too when they’re in the agreed scope. Chimney stacks, parapets and party-wall upstands are checked as far as they can be seen safely and the loft where access is safe. Typical surveys look at cracked or leaning shared chimneys and missing or loose roof coverings, across rented houses, shared roofs and blocks of flats.
In a smaller place like Tilbury, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. 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. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Tilbury (RM18)
- Wider area
- Thurrock
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord roof surveys around Tilbury
Tilbury lies within about 2 miles of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, while gales work at loose ridges, slates and tiles. In Essex, older buildings are often clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, and a good many post-war and modern estates besides. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Homes near green spaces like Northfleet Urban Country Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn. Landlords with a home close to Tilbury Town station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Tilbury is about 2 miles south-east of Grays, in Thurrock. Tilbury gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Our Thurrock coverage includes Tilbury. Our Maidstone page covers surveys nearby.
Postcode districts we cover here for landlord roof surveys: RM18. Whether your property is on Civic Square, London Road and Church Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Tilbury is on the A126 and A1089, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover Biggin (1 mile north-east), West Tilbury (2 miles north-east), Chadwell St Mary (2 miles north), Milton-next-Gravesend (2 miles south-east) and Grays (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Stanford-le-Hope (5 miles north-east), South Ockendon (5 miles north-west), Balstonia (5 miles north-east), Corringham (6 miles north-east), Aveley (5 miles north-west) and South Stifford (3 miles north-west).
Local landmarks in Tilbury
In Tilbury, that means homes and buildings near St Mary's Catholic Primary School and Northfleet Urban Country Park, among other places. Tilbury’s nearest station is Tilbury Town station, about 0.5 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Stone Castle (4 miles west) and Gravesham Community Hospital (1.4 miles south). Not far away are Sawyers Lake and Chafford Gorges Nature Park.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Tilbury. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Checking the roof from ground level
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Common roof problems in Tilbury
Tenants and leaseholders rarely look at the roof. Slipped slates, cracked flashings and blocked gutters can sit unnoticed for years, particularly on taller buildings.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Flashings that have come away
- Damaged pots and flaunching
- Ponding or splits on flat roofs
- Mortar falling from ridges and verges
For site and facilities teams at buildings like The Gateway Academy, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Before you book anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- What follow-up you get after the report
What we do, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Tilbury is booked with the forecast in mind: the parts that need calm, dry weather are planned around it.
- You tell us about the building, its roofs and any known leaks.
- We confirm the access we will need.
- 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 photos.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Leave side gates unlocked
Booking a survey
To get a price for landlord roof surveys in Tilbury, ring 07833 053749 or email us. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Ask your managing agent about lease terms
- Arrange flat access in advance
- Have gutters and outlets cleared every year
- Put urgent roof work at the top of the list
Questions about who pays under the lease are for your managing agent or a solicitor. Our report sets out the roof’s condition to help those discussions.
Regular roof checks beat waiting for a leak. A survey every few years suits many let and shared buildings with gutters cleared every year.
Your questions about landlord roof surveys in Tilbury
Is the coastal weather around Tilbury hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it normally shows.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Tilbury Town station?
Yes, that’s a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take an hour or two for a single let house, with blocks of flats taking longer. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Do you test for asbestos?
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.
Prices for landlord roof surveys in Tilbury
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you get in touch:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.