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Burnham-on-Crouch Pre-Purchase Roof Survey
Pre-purchase roof surveys in Burnham-on-Crouch and the rest of Essex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have come loose
- Damp timbers or stains in the loft
- Bitumen or mortar used in place of proper repairs
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Find out whether the roof has been replaced or patched
- Ask who repairs the roof under the lease
- Give your solicitor a copy of the report
- Watch for stains or fresh paint on ceilings below the roof
Your report arrives by email, with photographs of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are set out in plain English, and recommendations are ranked by urgency where that helps.
Look in the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Watch for stains, damp timbers and chinks of daylight. Take photos so you can show whoever looks at it.
Pre-purchase roof survey in Burnham-on-Crouch
Some roofs cannot be seen well from ground level or from windows. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where it applies, along with a same-day report. Where a flight is not possible, because of airspace rules or the weather, we tell you and look from the ground, windows and the loft instead. Typical surveys look at patch repairs that may hide an ongoing problem and ponding, blisters or splits on a flat roof, across natural slate, the roof space and lead flashings and valleys.
Houses in smaller places like Burnham-on-Crouch can stand more in the open than those in a built-up town, which can mean more wind and rain on the roof. Loose ridge tiles, lifted coverings and tired flashings are the kind of things that show it. Whether you are buying or signing off new work, those edges deserve a careful look. Wind lifts anything already loose, so a small fault on an exposed roof does not stay small for long.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Burnham-on-Crouch (CM0)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at the house you’re buying, depending on its size and how much of the roof can be seen. Parking around Burnham-on-Crouch is usually easier than in a town centre, but mention lanes, gates or long drives. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside.
- You book once your offer is accepted and let us know the address and your timetable.
- We agree a time and how we’ll get in, including the loft.
- The roof is inspected from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- Each part of the roof is examined and photographed.
- We email a written report with photographs and recommendations, ready for you to use before exchange.
How to prepare
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
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When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- The condition of the rest of the house (that’s a RICS home survey)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Burnham-on-Crouch
- Lead flashings and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Gutters and downpipes
- Flat-roofed extensions and dormers
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
- Natural slate
Buying a home or a new roof in Burnham-on-Crouch
Burnham-on-Crouch lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Corroded clips and nails and lifted ridge pieces are typical of exposed roofs near the sea, which is worth knowing before you buy or pay for new work. In Essex, older buildings are often clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Each material has its own typical faults, which is what a buyer or the owner of a new roof needs to know about.
If you own a rental within reach of Burnham-On-Crouch station, a roof report gives you a clear picture before you buy or settle up with a roofer. For an older house near a landmark like St Mary's Church, a survey will show how the roof has been repaired before, which helps you judge what’s coming.
Burnham-on-Crouch is about 8 miles north-east of Southend-on-Sea, in Essex. Whether the building in Burnham-on-Crouch is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Essex. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
Here we cover the CM0 postcode area for pre-purchase roof surveys. Whether your property is on Church Road, Station Road and High Street or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Being close to the B1010 and B1021, Burnham-on-Crouch is simple for us to get to. Close by, we survey roofs in Stoneyhills (1 mile north), Southminster (2 miles north), Asheldham (3 miles north-east), Dengie (4 miles north-east) and Steeple (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Maldon (9 miles north-west), Canvey Island (13 miles south-west), Rayleigh (9 miles west), Witham (14 miles north-west), Wickford (12 miles west) and Rochford (6 miles south-west).
What’s near Burnham-on-Crouch
Around Burnham-on-Crouch, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Ormiston Rivers Academy and The Star Hotel and the streets around them. Burnham-on-Crouch has its own railway station: Burnham-On-Crouch station. Not far away are Lion Creek and Lower Raypits.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How big the roof is
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
Helping us price your survey
There’s no need for technical words. Just tell us:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What made you get in touch
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Burnham-on-Crouch questions
Is Burnham-on-Crouch within the area you cover?
Yes, Burnham-on-Crouch is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
How do I find out if my home in Burnham-on-Crouch is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Tell us about it when you book and we will explain what’s needed.
Does the weather affect the survey?
Light rain does not usually stop a survey. Strong wind or a downpour can stop drone flights and make roof access unsafe, so if conditions aren’t right we will arrange another day with you.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents and landlords in Burnham-on-Crouch book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Leave it or get it looked at?
The lender’s valuation is done for the lender, not for you. It looks at whether the property is suitable security for the loan, not at the condition of each slate and flashing. A roof survey is carried out for the buyer. On a bungalow or cottage around Burnham-on-Crouch, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why book us in Burnham-on-Crouch
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Surveys seven days a week
- An independent view of the roof
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
Read what a roof survey costs or our case studies.