Essex · London and the South East
Roof surveys in CM19
Pre-purchase, leak, drone and flat roof surveys across CM19, covering Great Parndon, Roydon and Roydon Hamlet. Prices from £150 including VAT and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Places in CM19
- Great Parndon
- Roydon
- Roydon Hamlet
- Tylerscross
- Halls Green
- Harlow
- Little Parndon
- Netteswell
- Staple Tye
- Lower Nazeing
Our services across CM19
- Storm damage roof report
- Chimney survey
- Roof survey
- Gutter survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- New roof snagging
- Flat roof survey
- Landlord roof survey
- Roof leak investigation
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Drone roof survey
- All services
Share the property address and any deadline you’re working to and we’ll suggest the right survey: call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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About roof surveys in CM19
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common in felt, EPDM rubber, GRP or asphalt. They’re included alongside the main roof, including signs of standing water, splits and tired upstands. Flat roofs often need attention long before the main roof, so they deserve a proper look. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. Typical surveys look at leaning or weathered chimney stacks and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists, across the roof space, ridges, hips and valleys and clay and concrete tiles.
We will ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point, inside and out.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
What affects the price in CM19
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
What you get with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- An independent look at the roof
Booking a survey
For a price for roof surveys in CM19, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Near you in Great Parndon
We work in homes and buildings around Church of St Mary the Virgin, Jerounds Primary Academy and Hawkenbury Meadow. You’ll also find The Cock Inn (less than half a mile north-east) and Stewards Academy - Science Specialist (0.7 miles south-east). The closest station to Great Parndon is Harlow Town station, about 1.8 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Mark Hall Cycle Museum (2.4 miles north-east) and Princess Alexandra Hospital (1 mile north). The countryside around Great Parndon includes Hunsdon Mead.
Homes and roofs across CM19
From Harlow, Little Parndon and Netteswell to smaller places, people across CM19 use a roof survey to plan ahead. A report helps you sort small faults before they let water in.
Our surveys reach from London out to Kent, Sussex, Surrey, Essex, the Thames Valley, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, CM19 included. We survey on any day of the week.
Great Parndon: For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary the Virgin, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Landlords with a home close to Harlow Town station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Booking your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Anything about access we should know
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
What this survey can’t tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
Signs you need a roof survey
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building, especially near trees.
People normally book a survey after spotting one of these:
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Leave roof access to professionals
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Let us know about past leaks
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. It is a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Take photos of anything that changes.
Landlord and commercial surveys in CM19
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
CM19: your questions answered
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We do not put a figure on it, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
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.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
When will the report arrive?
That depends on which survey you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. It’s emailed to you.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
What does a roof survey include?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the loft space where there’s safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Only where it’s safe to do so. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. On Premium, a drone is used where it applies.