Essex · London and the South East
Roof survey in Almshouse Green, Essex
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Almshouse Green from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Worn or blocked valleys
What happens on the day
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photographs, emailed to you. On timing, it usually takes about one to two hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. For a village or hamlet like Almshouse Green, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Tell us about parking before the day
Book a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
How a roof survey works in Almshouse Green
The report is written for you, in plain language. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where applicable and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. We survey clay and concrete tiles, lead flashings and natural slate, and common reasons people get in touch are ridge tiles that have lifted or moved and cracked or blistered flat roof coverings.
In a village or hamlet like Almshouse Green, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Almshouse Green (CO9)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Almshouse Green
Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. About 2.4 miles north-east lies Hedingham Castle, a reminder of how long the area around Almshouse Green has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Take a building like Hedingham School and Sixth Form: a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Almshouse Green is about 4 miles north-west of Halstead, in Essex. Bookings from Almshouse Green are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our area takes in places right across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
Every address in CO9 is covered for roof surveys. Close by, we survey roofs in Harrowcross (1 mile east), Sible Hedingham (2 miles east), Castle Hedingham (2 miles north-east), Gosfield (3 miles south-east) and Sand Hill (3 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Braintree (6 miles south), Witham (12 miles south), Saffron Walden (14 miles west), Camulodunum (15 miles south-east), Halstead (4 miles south-east) and Great Dunmow (11 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Almshouse Green
Well-known places in the area include Zero2 Bus Museum (2.3 miles north) and Halstead Hospital (3.8 miles south-east).
Practical tips
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Mention any damp patches when booking
- File the report with your home documents
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Photograph stains when they appear
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. They’ll see each defect and its location, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Each report gives a record to compare against.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Almshouse Green. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Almshouse Green: your questions answered
Is Almshouse Green in the area you cover?
Yes, Almshouse 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.
Is my home in Almshouse Green listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Are you insured?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
What if it rains on the day?
Light rain is normally fine; heavy rain and wind are different. Strong wind or heavy rain can make access unsafe and ground a drone, so we’d move the date with you.
What does a roof survey cost?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. Where we see something that needs a structural engineer, the report says so. Our survey isn’t a structural engineer’s report.
Can I check my roof myself?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Never climb onto the roof to look.
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What affects the cost of roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
We’ll typically ask about:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- What made you get in touch
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Different roofs, different checks
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, yet the nails holding it often fail long before the slate. We check for slipped, cracked and missing slates, and for clips that show past repairs.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Ridge and verge mortar on concrete tile roofs can crack and fall away. Loose ridges and gaps in the mortar are recorded.