Essex · London and the South East
Cattawade Roof Survey
A careful look at the roof at your property in Cattawade, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Debris building up in roof valleys
What a roof survey looks like in Cattawade
Cattawade lies within about 1 mile of the sea, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Salt is hard on nails, clips and metal flashings, and strong wind lifts anything already loose on a roof, while driving rain finds any gap. About 2.9 miles west lies Castle House, a reminder of how long the area around Cattawade has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For landlords with property near Manningtree station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak. If you look after a building like Brooklands Primary School, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Cattawade is in Essex. We cover Cattawade and the rest of Essex, as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. Chelmsford is in our area too.
We cover every part of CO11 for roof surveys. You’ll find streets such as Temple Pattle, Grimwade Close and Hardy Close, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Cattawade, we cover Brantham (1 mile north), East End (1 mile north), Manningtree (1 mile south), Lawford (1 mile south) and Mistley (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (8 miles south-west), Clacton-on-Sea (12 miles south), Harwich (9 miles east), Camulodunum (10 miles south-west), Greenstead (7 miles south-west) and Wivenhoe (8 miles south-west).
Around Cattawade
Around Cattawade, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Ark pub and Manningtree High School. The closest station to Cattawade is Manningtree station, roughly 1 mile south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Little Wenham Castle (3.8 miles north) and The Munnings Museum (2.9 miles west). For a walk, there’s Cattawade Marshes and Alton Water.
About our roof survey in Cattawade
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Slate often lasts a century or more, and tiles commonly half a century, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. We tell you which parts are ageing and which are sound. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. We survey chimney stacks, ridges, hips and valleys and flat roofs, and people most frequently book us about leaking gutter joints and downpipes and water stains on rafters and ceiling joists.
Some older homes in villages like Cattawade are 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. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Location
- Cattawade (CO11)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Without a survey, you are guessing at what the roof needs. You might pay for work that doesn’t fix the real problem, or miss the fault that matters. We tell you what’s really needed. For an older or listed building in a place like Cattawade, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Cattawade
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% customer satisfaction
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See our cost guide and our case studies.
What affects the price in Cattawade
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The size of the roof
For a price for your roof in Cattawade, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Cattawade
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Common roof problems in Cattawade
Wherever a roof meets a wall, a chimney or another roof, a flashing keeps water out. Over time lead flashings split, lift or work loose, and mortar fillets crack away from the wall. Lead is also a target for theft.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
The streets around a church such as Church of St Michael and All Angels are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the survey will not cover
- Will the report include photos?
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Their report turnaround times
FAQs for Cattawade
Is Cattawade within the area you cover?
Yes, Cattawade is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Cattawade?
Near the coast, roofs face more wind and more salt than further inland. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before you book, and it depends on the roof’s size, access and the package you choose. To get a price, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
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How the survey works
The visit usually 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. In total, it takes about 1–2 hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a small place like Cattawade, access is usually the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Advice
When you need someone else
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- A full building survey of the property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles