Essex · London and the South East
Dengie Roof Survey
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Dengie, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Worn or blocked valleys
About our roof survey in Dengie
Our roof survey gives you a clear picture of your roof’s condition. We look at the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, and the loft space where there’s safe access. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it is relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. We survey chimney stacks, natural slate and ridges, hips and valleys, and people most often book us about torn or sagging underlay and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone.
Village roofs frequently face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Location
- Dengie (CM0)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof surveys in Dengie: local notes
Dengie is within about 3 miles of the coast, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift, and driving rain gets into whatever gap is left. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Landlords with a home close to Southminster station may find that a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Dengie is about 4 miles north-east of Burnham-on-Crouch, in Essex. We cover Dengie and the rest of Essex. Dengie is one of the places in Essex we cover for roof surveys. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
Every address in CM0 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer roof surveys to properties on Hall Road and Manor Road. Other places close to Dengie include Asheldham (1 mile west), Tillingham (1 mile north), Southminster (2 miles south-west), Steeple (3 miles west) and Stoneyhills (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Colchester (15 miles north), Clacton-on-Sea (15 miles north-east), Maldon (9 miles north-west), Rayleigh (13 miles south-west), Witham (13 miles north-west) and Rochford (10 miles south-west).
Around Dengie
For rail, the closest station is Southminster station, about 2 miles south-west of the centre. The countryside around Dengie includes Dengie SPA.
Towns and villages near Dengie
What else we do in Dengie
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Useful tips for Dengie property owners
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
We email the report to you, with photographs of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are explained in plain words.
Every so often, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Take photos of anything that changes.
How it works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. All told, expect about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Older rural homes like those around Dengie can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- 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.
- Moisture detection, a structural check, thermal imaging or a drone are added where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Booking a survey
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we’ll point you to the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
Advice
Do you need a roof survey in Dengie?
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, the battens or pegs may be what’s gone.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Loose chimney pots
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St James, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Inside the roof space, we check what’s under the slates. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Older homes in the Weald and across the South East often have clay plain tiles. When pegs or battens rot, tiles slip.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Common questions in Dengie
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Dengie?
It can do. Dengie is within about 3 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Can a landlord with a rental near Southminster station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
How long will you be at the property?
The visit normally takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. We will confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It is not a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
How quickly will I get the report?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.
Can you inspect a terraced or semi-detached roof?
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 chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.