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Roof survey in Chatham Green, Essex
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Chatham Green from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Loose chimney pots
- Standing water on a flat roof
Roof survey in Chatham Green: what you get
We inspect whatever is safely visible: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where applicable, a drone, which helps with tall or steep roofs. You do not need to do anything except give us access. Everything we see is photographed for the report. Typical surveys look at flashings that have come away from the wall and condensation or damp timbers in the loft, across natural slate, the roof space and chimney stacks.
Somewhere as small as Chatham Green, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Chatham Green (CM3)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
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What else we do in Chatham Green
The survey, step by step
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Chatham Green often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- The report is emailed with findings and recommendations.
How to prepare
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
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Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Photograph stains when they appear
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.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.
Local roofs in Chatham Green
In Essex, older buildings are frequently clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St John the Evangelist, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first.
Chatham Green is about 5 miles north of Chelmsford, in Essex. From houses to flats and shops in Chatham Green, the roof can be surveyed. Across Essex, we cover Chatham Green and the places around it.
All of CM3 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you are just outside Chatham Green, we cover Little Leighs (1 mile north-east), Howe Street (1 mile south-west), Hartford End (2 miles north-west), Willows Green (2 miles north) and Ford End (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (5 miles south), Braintree (6 miles north-east), Brentwood (15 miles south-west), Maldon (10 miles south-east), Billericay (13 miles south) and Witham (6 miles east).
Landmarks near Chatham Green
The closest station to Chatham Green is Beaulieu Park station, about 4.1 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Broomfield Hospital (2.9 miles south). Not far away are Sandylay and Moat Woods.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. A survey sets a baseline, which makes later changes easy to spot. Matching old materials, such as handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not 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 you get with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Chatham Green questions
Is Chatham Green within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Chatham Green listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How soon is the report ready?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Photos are included.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are checked from your side.
Are you insured?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. Ask if you need details for a managing agent or building owner.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is frequently shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we’re allowed to reach.
How do I book a survey in Chatham Green?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll suggest the right survey. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in Chatham Green and across Essex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Common roof problems in Chatham Green
Every roof takes years of rain, wind, sun and frost. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, while rain gets into every gap. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
Landlords with a home close to Beaulieu Park station may find that a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see