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Roof survey in Boyton Cross, Essex
A careful look at the roof at your property in Boyton Cross, with photographs and a written report.
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Roof survey in Boyton Cross: what you get
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common. They’re included alongside the main roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof normally wears out sooner than a pitched one, so they deserve a proper look. Felt often lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. If you are worried about loose chimney pots and worn lead at chimneys and abutments, we can find out what’s behind it, on clay and concrete tiles, chimney stacks and flat roofs alike.
In a small place like Boyton Cross, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Place
- Boyton Cross (CM1)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof survey doesn’t cover
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- A structural engineer’s report
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- The roof space
What happens if roof problems are left?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Finding it early keeps the work smaller. Outbuildings and barns around Boyton Cross are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we will tell you which fits.
Why book with us
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Every finding written up with photos
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
How it works
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. For a village or hamlet like Boyton Cross, the journey is planned ahead of time: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. 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.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Getting a price
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Towns and villages near Boyton Cross
What else we do in Boyton Cross
What a roof survey looks like in Boyton Cross
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. Hylands, about 3.8 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Boyton Cross. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you let a flat or house near Chelmsford station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Newlands Spring Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. If you live in an older home near Church of St Michael and All Angels, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Boyton Cross is about 4 miles west of Chelmsford, in Essex. In Boyton Cross, as across Essex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Boyton Cross is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover.
Surveys in CM1 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Roxwell (1 mile south-west), Newney Green (1 mile south), Chalk End (2 miles north-west), Mashbury (2 miles north) and Good Easter (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (4 miles east), Basildon (13 miles south), Braintree (11 miles north-east), Harlow (12 miles west), Brentwood (10 miles south) and Maldon (13 miles east).
Near you in Boyton Cross
We work in homes and buildings around The Chequers Inn and the streets around them. Boyton Cross’s nearest station is Chelmsford station, roughly 3.8 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Willingale Doe (3.1 miles west) and Broomfield Hospital (3.6 miles east). The countryside around Boyton Cross includes Newland Grove.
Prices for roof surveys in Boyton Cross
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How big the roof is
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The property’s address and postcode
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Boyton Cross
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs.
Boyton Cross questions
Is Boyton Cross within the area you cover?
Yes, Boyton Cross is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is my home in Boyton Cross listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing isn’t part of our service. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
Where it is safe, yes. We also inspect from the ground, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
Do you look in the roof space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
What insurance do you have?
Every survey is covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and details are available on request.
Checking the roof from ground level
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.