Essex · London and the South East
Roof survey in Brock Hill, Essex
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Brock Hill and across Essex.
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Some flat roofs have been coated over several times. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
Natural slate
Inside the loft space, we check what’s under the slates. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none, and we note its condition.
Roof survey in Brock Hill: what you get
The report is written for you, in plain language. Each defect is described with photographs and a 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. Each report is emailed to you. Common reasons to book are cracked mortar along the ridge and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, on flat roofs, clay and concrete tiles and lead flashings.
Older buildings in small places like Brock Hill may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Brock Hill (SS11)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Your questions about roof surveys in Brock Hill
Is my home in Brock Hill listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Is Brock Hill within the area you cover?
Yes, Brock Hill is covered. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
When will the report arrive?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photographs.
How do I book a survey in Brock Hill?
Simply call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date, weekday or weekend.
How long does a roof survey take?
It usually takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Report times depend on the package.
Do you go up on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We also inspect from ground level, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. The Premium Survey adds a drone where applicable.
Brock Hill homes and their roofs
If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
If you let a flat or house near Wickford station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. The streets around a church such as Church of St Margaret are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. If you look after a building such as Beauchamps High School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Brock Hill is about 2 miles north of Wickford, in Essex. Brock Hill is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Brock Hill is one of the places in Essex where we work for roof surveys. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Roof surveys in SS11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Brock Hill include South Hanningfield (1 mile north-east), Runwell (1 mile south-east), Coalhill (2 miles north-east), Rettendon (2 miles north-east) and West Hanningfield (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (7 miles north), Basildon (5 miles south-west), Brentwood (9 miles west), Maldon (10 miles north-east), Canvey Island (9 miles south) and Billericay (4 miles west).
Near you in Brock Hill
Brock Hill’s nearest station is Wickford station, roughly 1.7 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Mayflower Community Hospital (4.6 miles west) and Battlesbridge Motorcycle Museum (2.8 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Crowsheath Wood.
When you need someone else
It helps to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Confirmation of asbestos in soffits or cement sheets
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- A structural engineer’s report
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Roof area
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
What to tell us when you contact us
Some details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
For a price for roof surveys in Brock Hill, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
Keep the report with your property records. It gives you something to compare against later, and it can help when you sell.
Keep the roof space ventilated. A stuffy loft collects condensation, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
What happens on the day
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes about 1–2 hours for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Rural addresses near Brock Hill can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We look at the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Before the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Arrange a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Why act early in Brock Hill
By the time water marks a ceiling, it is often been getting in for a while. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. That is one more reason to find defects before they become urgent.
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. The price is confirmed before booking.
What you get with us
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed