Essex · London and the South East
Roof survey in Earls Colne, Essex
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Earls Colne. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Loose chimney pots
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a smaller place like Earls Colne, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from ground level, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where applicable.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Before the survey
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Related advice
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Earls Colne
Everything we check, we check safely: from the ground, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it is safe. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where applicable, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. Common reasons to book are worn or blocked valleys and ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs, on flat roofs, ridges, hips and valleys and the roof space.
Around Earls Colne, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below, and moss holds water against tiles. A report spots that kind of slow problem before it becomes damp inside. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from the ground.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Where
- Earls Colne (CO6)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a roof survey doesn’t cover
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- A full building survey of the property
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Natural slate
- The roof space
Local roofs in Earls Colne
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area. If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Earls Colne Primary School and Nursery will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. For an older house near a landmark like Parish Church of St Andrew, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Earls Colne is about 3 miles east of Halstead, in Essex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Earls Colne can all book roof surveys. Across Essex, we cover Earls Colne and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Surveys in CO6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, Station Road and Foundry Lane. If you are just outside Earls Colne, we cover Colne Engaine (1 mile north), Greenstead Green (2 miles west), Halstead (3 miles west), Pebmarsh (3 miles north) and Little Maplestead (4 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (9 miles east), Braintree (7 miles south-west), Maldon (14 miles south), Witham (9 miles south), Camulodunum (8 miles east) and Great Dunmow (15 miles west).
Near you in Earls Colne
We work in homes and buildings around The Lion Public House and Brickfield and Long Meadow, among other places. The closest station to Earls Colne is Chappel & Wakes Colne station, about 2.6 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Halstead Hospital (2.9 miles north-west) and Mount Bures (3.8 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Belcher's and Broadfield Woods.
How the survey changes by roof type
Concrete interlocking tiles
Many post-war houses have concrete interlocking tiles. They last well, but their surface erodes slowly, and they can crack.
Natural slate
From the loft, we check the underside of a slate roof. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none.
Do you need a roof survey in Earls Colne?
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors.
Look out for signs like these:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Loose chimney pots
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Living close to Brickfield and Long Meadow is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Will the report include photos?
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- When you will get the report
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Which survey package you book
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Earls Colne questions
Is Earls Colne within the area you cover?
Yes, Earls Colne is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Earls Colne?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Does the weather affect the survey?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. If the conditions aren’t right, we will talk to you about another date.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
How soon is the report ready?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photos.
Is your survey a structural engineer’s report?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It is not a structural engineer’s report and doesn’t include calculations.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.