Essex · London and the South East
Chase Cross Roof Survey
Wondering about the roof at a property in Chase Cross? We carry out roof surveys in Chase Cross and across Essex.
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a smaller place like Chase Cross, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it is safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
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About our roof survey in Chase Cross
We survey roofs in Chase Cross and across London and South East England. Visits run seven days a week. We hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance, and bring 20+ years’ experience. You get a written report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. Whether it is a house, a flat or a commercial building, the process is the same. To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. If you’re worried about blocked, sagging or leaking gutters and cracked or blistered flat roof coverings, we can find out what’s behind it, on clay and concrete tiles, chimney stacks and flat roofs alike.
In a smaller place like Chase Cross, some roofs stand more exposed to wind and rain than in a built-up town. That weather tells first on ridges, verges, chimneys and flashings. A careful look shows whether anything has started to loosen. A loose ridge tile or slate gives the wind something to catch, and others soon follow.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Chase Cross (RM5, RM1, RM4)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Keep the report with your property records
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Take photos of anything that changes.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
If you’re planning to sell, a roof survey can help you prepare. You can deal with defects before a buyer’s surveyor finds them. On a bungalow or cottage around Chase Cross, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
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 book us in Chase Cross
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What affects the price in Chase Cross
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- How big the roof is
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The shape of the roof and its details
Prices start from £150, inc. VAT, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- When you need the report by
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
When to book a survey in Chase Cross
Some damage starts inside the roof space. A badly ventilated loft collects condensation, and the damp gets into timbers and insulation. It is frequently mistaken for a leak.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
For landlords with property near Gidea Park station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What the survey will not cover
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Local roofs in Chase Cross
Older buildings in Essex frequently have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and a good many post-war and modern estates besides. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. The wider area around Chase Cross has a long history of building, with Hare Hall about 2 miles south-east. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Romford Shopping Hall, a written record of the roof’s condition helps you plan maintenance rather than react to leaks. The streets around a church like St James are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Chase Cross is about 2 miles north of Romford, in Essex. In Chase Cross, as across Essex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Across Essex, we cover Chase Cross. We also survey roofs in London.
We survey roofs across RM5, RM1 and RM4 for roof surveys and the streets around it. Local streets include Merlin Road, Avelon Road and Vernon Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Havering-atte-Bower (1 mile north-east), Redbridge (2 miles west), Stapleford Abbotts (2 miles north), Lambourne End (3 miles north-west) and Chigwell Row (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Basildon (12 miles east), Harlow (12 miles north), Brentwood (6 miles east), Billericay (11 miles east), Loughton (6 miles north-west) and Wickford (15 miles east).
Near you in Chase Cross
Around Chase Cross, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Colley Rowe Inn, Clockhouse Primary School and Havering Country Park. The closest station to Chase Cross is Gidea Park station, about 2.1 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Romford Shopping Hall (1.8 miles south) and Harold Wood Hospital (2.3 miles south-east). The countryside around Chase Cross includes Bedfords Park.
What this survey cannot tell you
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Bear these in mind:
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
Chase Cross: your questions answered
Will you come out to Chase Cross?
Yes, Chase Cross is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Chase Cross listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
How do I book a survey in Chase Cross?
To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It does not include structural calculations, which need an engineer.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them so a specialist asbestos surveyor can check before any work.
What if it rains on the day?
It depends on the weather and the survey. In strong wind or a downpour, a drone cannot fly and access may not be safe, so we’d move the date with you.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.