Essex · London and the South East
Roof survey in Bradwell, Essex
A careful look at the roof at your property in Bradwell, with photographs and a written report.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Bradwell
Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, and lots of post-war and modern estates besides. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. If your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you live in an older home near Parish Church of the Holy Trinity, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you let a flat or house near Braintree Freeport station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Alec Hunter Academy, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Bradwell is about 3 miles east of Braintree, in Essex. We provide roof surveys for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Bradwell and nearby. Across Essex, we cover Bradwell. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
We work across CM77 for roof surveys and the streets around it. We offer roof surveys to properties on The Street, Church Road and Rectory Meadow and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Perry Green (1 mile south), Lanham Green (1 mile south-west), Pattiswick (1 mile north-east), Stisted (1 mile north) and Cressing (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Colchester (12 miles east), Chelmsford (11 miles south-west), Braintree (3 miles west), Maldon (11 miles south), Witham (5 miles south) and Camulodunum (11 miles east).
Near you in Bradwell
We work in homes and buildings around The Dolphin Public House, among other places. The closest station to Bradwell is Braintree Freeport station, about 2.3 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Laundry & Mangle Museum (2.2 miles east) and William Julien Courtauld Hospital (3.3 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Belcher's and Broadfield Woods.
How a roof survey works in Bradwell
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. A flat roof usually wears out sooner than a pitched one, so they deserve a proper look. Felt frequently lasts around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber can last 30 to 50. We’re frequently asked to look into flashings that have come away from the wall and gutters that overflow in heavy rain, on the roof space, ridges, hips and valleys and natural slate.
In a village or hamlet like Bradwell, older cottages and farmhouses often 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. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Bradwell (CM77)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
It’s useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A small roof defect typically gets bigger. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Why book us in Bradwell
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- 98% customer satisfaction
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Your questions about roof surveys in Bradwell
Do you cover smaller places like Bradwell?
Yes, Bradwell is covered. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Can a landlord with a rental near Braintree Freeport station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the building, including who will give access on the day.
Do you look in the roof space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How long will you be at the property?
The visit usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. We will give you an idea of timing when booking.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing isn’t part of our service. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
What happens on the day
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a hamlet or village like Bradwell, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We look at the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Tell us about parking before the day
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
What a roof survey does not cover
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- A full building survey of the property
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
What affects the price in Bradwell
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Anything about access we should know
- When you need the report by
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, tell us about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead-lined valleys and gutters are common on older homes. Cracks in a lead valley can send water into the roof, and lead is a target for theft.
Natural slate
Inside the roof space, we check what’s under the slates. There may be old felt underlay, or none at all on very old roofs, and we note its condition.