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New roof snagging in Mountnessing, Essex
Checking a new or replacement roof for snags in Mountnessing, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Offcuts and broken tiles left behind
- Cracked mortar at the ridge or hips
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
What new roof snagging looks like in Mountnessing
Historic houses such as Ingatestone Hall, about 1.6 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Mountnessing goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, and lots of post-war and modern estates besides. Material and age explain a lot of what turns up on the day, whether the roof is old or brand new.
For landlords with property near Ingatestone station, a written report helps before buying a rental or paying for a new roof on one.
Mountnessing is about 3 miles north-east of Brentwood, in Essex. Mountnessing is one of many places we visit across Essex. Our area takes in places right across Essex, large and small. There’s also a page for Chelmsford.
New roof snagging in CM15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Church Road, Roman Close and Roman Road or a nearby road, we can help. Close by, we survey roofs in Swallows Cross (1 mile north-west), Green Street (1 mile north), Ingatestone (1 mile north-east), Buttsbury (2 miles east) and Hutton (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (8 miles north-east), Basildon (7 miles south-east), Harlow (13 miles north-west), Brentwood (3 miles south-west), Maldon (15 miles east) and Canvey Island (13 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Mountnessing
Typical jobs here are in homes near Shenfield High School, Hutton Country Park and George and Dragon pub, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Ingatestone station, about 1.6 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Brentwood Community Hospital (2.7 miles south-west). The countryside around Mountnessing includes Norsey Wood.
New roof snagging in Mountnessing: what you get
Ventilation matters on a new roof. We look for ridge, eaves or tile vents where they’ve been fitted, and check the roof space for signs of condensation. What we see goes in the report. Missing or blocked ventilation can lead to condensation over time, which is easier to put right while the roofer is still involved. It all goes in the report. If you’ve noticed cracked mortar at the ridge or hips and vents that weren’t fitted or are covered, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on new flat roofs, loft conversions and dormers and ridges and verges alike.
In a village or hamlet like Mountnessing, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses alongside a few newer houses. Village roofs can be clay tile, slate, stone or even thatch on some older buildings. Each covering has its own weak points, whether the roof is old or newly laid. Older roofs may also have old felt underlay or none, and fixings that have done a long stint.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Place
- Mountnessing (CM15)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we cannot see
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, so a survey has limits:
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
- Deciding who is at fault in a disagreement
- What’s under the new coverings
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Replacement roofs
- New flat roofs
- Ridges and verges
- New-build homes
- Loft conversions and dormers
- Flashings and valleys
Landlord and commercial surveys in Mountnessing
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Common questions in Mountnessing
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Mountnessing?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover smaller places like Mountnessing?
Yes, Mountnessing is covered. We work right across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Do I need to be at home?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How do I book a survey in Mountnessing?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do you lift tiles to check the fixings?
No. We inspect what can be seen without opening up the roof, so fixings under the coverings can’t be checked. The report says what could and couldn’t be seen.
Checking the roof from the ground
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
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What happens on the day
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much new work there is to check. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Around Mountnessing, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- You let us know what work was done and when.
- The new coverings and roof edges are inspected as far as can be seen safely.
- We look at valleys, flashings, gutters and the underlay at the eaves.
- The roof space and the rest of the property are checked for problems.
- Snags are listed in a report with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
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Different roofs, different checks
Ridges, hips and verges
Verges are easy to get wrong, so we check them carefully.
Valleys
Debris left in a new valley can block it. We note anything left behind.
What affects the price in Mountnessing
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Roof area
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
We confirm the price for your roof before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.