Essex · London and the South East
Bardfield End Green Roof Leak Investigation
An experienced roof surveyor for roof leak investigations in Bardfield End Green. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Wet patches high on an inside wall
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
About our roof leak investigation in Bardfield End Green
The aim is to find where the water is getting in and explain it. The report shows, with photos, where we believe the water gets in and how it travels, and recommends what should be done. It gives any roofer a clear brief. The investigation finds and explains the cause, while the repair is a separate matter. We survey slate and tile slopes, chimney stacks and lead flashings, and common reasons people get in touch are water coming in around a roof light or dormer and drips from nail tips in a cold loft.
Being in a small place like Bardfield End Green makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Bardfield End Green (CM6)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When to book a survey in Bardfield End Green
Flashings are one of the commonest sources of roof leaks. Lead or mortar closes the gap wherever a roof meets a wall, chimney or dormer. Once that seal cracks or lifts, water gets behind it.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Brown rings on upstairs ceilings
- Water through the ceiling under a flat roof
- Leaks that appear only in driving rain
- Damp patches next to the stack
Anyone responsible for a site like Thaxted Primary School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Before you book anyone
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Their report turnaround times
Nearby places to Bardfield End Green
More services for Bardfield End Green
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Mortar fillets are sometimes used instead of lead. They crack as the roof and wall move, letting rain run behind the joint.
Valleys
Leaves and moss build up in valleys and hold water back. During a downpour, water can back up under the coverings.
What a roof leak investigation looks like in Bardfield End Green
In Essex, older buildings are frequently clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Historic houses such as Horham Hall, about 2.6 miles west, show how far back building in the area around Bardfield End Green goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Bardfield End Green is about 7 miles south-east of Saffron Walden, in Essex. If you are in Bardfield End Green, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Bardfield End Green is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover. There is also a page for Chelmsford.
We work across CM6 for roof leak investigations and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Bardfield End Green: Thaxted (1 mile west), Monk Street (1 mile south-west), Sibley's Green (1 mile south-west), Lindsell (2 miles south) and Cutlers Green (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (15 miles south), Braintree (9 miles south-east), Witham (15 miles south-east), Saffron Walden (7 miles north-west), Halstead (11 miles east) and Great Dunmow (5 miles south).
Near you in Bardfield End Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Maypole pub, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Little Easton Moat (4.6 miles south). For a walk, there is West Wood.
What we cannot see
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A promise to find every leak on a single visit
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- Leaks from plumbing, tanks or pipework rather than the roof
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What we check
- Chimney stacks
- Valleys and parapet gutters
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roof details
- Rooflights and dormers
Questions from Bardfield End Green
Is Bardfield End Green in the area you cover?
Yes, Bardfield End Green is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Bardfield End Green?
Yes, Bardfield End Green is covered. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How much does a roof leak investigation cost in Bardfield End Green?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
Is it a structural engineer’s report?
No. We are roof surveyors, not structural engineers, and it does not include calculations. We will recommend an engineer if we see signs that call for one.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Why doesn’t the damp patch line up with the hole?
Water follows the easiest path, not the shortest. On a pitched roof it often runs down a rafter before it shows. Tracing that path is the heart of a leak investigation.
Do you look in the loft space?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, though a hard-to-trace leak can take longer. If you have questions on the day, just ask. For a village or hamlet like Bardfield End Green, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with your notes and photos of the leak.
- Inside, we check the stain and the ceiling around it.
- From the roof space, we trace the water’s route where there is safe access.
- We inspect the likely entry points outside, from the ground, windows and the roof where safe.
- You receive a report with the likely source, photos and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.
Related advice
What happens if roof problems are left?
Lingering damp encourages mould on ceilings and walls. Once mould takes hold, it is harder to clear. Stopping the water is the first step. Outbuildings and barns around Bardfield End Green are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What you get with us
- An independent look at the roof
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Bardfield End Green
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.