Thurrock · London and the South East
Roof surveys in RM17
Our roof surveyors cover all of the RM17 postcode district, which takes in Grays, Little Thurrock and Chafford Hundred. You get a written report with photos after every survey, and prices start from £150, including VAT.
Towns and villages in RM17
Surveys we offer in RM17
- Roof leak investigation
- Chimney survey
- New roof snagging
- Landlord roof survey
- Pre-purchase roof survey
- Thermal imaging roof survey
- Electronic leak detection
- Gutter survey
- Storm damage roof report
- Drone roof survey
- Flat roof survey
- Roof survey
- See all services
Let us know the address and the type of roof and we’ll find a date: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Our roof survey service in RM17
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Slate often lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. That lets you plan work in good time rather than after a leak. We’re often asked to look into condensation or damp timbers in the loft and flashings that have come away from the wall, on chimney stacks, flat roofs and lead flashings.
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey normally takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We look at the roof from every safe vantage point, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
How our prices work
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why customers in RM17 book us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent view of the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Getting a price
To get a price for roof surveys in RM17, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.
Around Grays
Typical jobs here are in homes near Grays Convent High School, Quarry Hill Academy and St John the Evangelist. Nearby too are The Traitors Gate pub (0.5 miles south-east) and Thurrock and Basildon College (1 mile east). Grays’s nearest station is Grays station, about 0.6 miles south-west. A little further out are Stone Castle (3.6 miles south-west) and Thurrock Community Hospital (0.9 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Chafford Gorges Nature Park and Sawyers Lake.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters across RM17
Older homes across RM17 frequently keep chimney stacks long after the fires went out, and the lead and mortar around them need watching. Gutters, valleys and fixings come next.
London and South East England mix slate and clay tile roofs on older homes with concrete tiles on many later ones, and flat-roofed extensions and dormers are common everywhere. That variety shapes every survey in RM17. Coastal towns and villages in RM17 see more salt and wind than places inland. After a storm, the seaward side of a roof is the place to look first.
Grays: If you own a rental within reach of Grays station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. Anyone responsible for a site like Quarry Hill Academy will know that large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Tips from our surveys
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Let us know about past leaks
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Check we can open the loft hatch
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It helps you see whether anything has changed, and whether work has done its job.
Look at your roof from ground level after strong winds. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Why roofs fail
Chimneys stand exposed above the roof. Pointing erodes, flaunching cracks and pots work loose. Damp on a chimney breast inside frequently starts at the top of the stack.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- What made you get in touch
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- The kind of building and roof involved
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Roof by roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but their surfaces weather over the years.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Handmade and machine-made clay tiles are long-lasting. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles.
Common questions in RM17
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Are you insured?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What does a roof survey cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.