Essex · London and the South East
Roof survey in Easthorpe, Essex
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Easthorpe, with photographs and a written report.
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Many Victorian and Edwardian houses have slate roofs. Where several slates have slipped, the cause is often nail fatigue, and we say how widespread it looks.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Mortar at ridges and verges frequently cracks on tiled roofs. Loose ridges and gaps in the mortar are recorded.
Roof survey in Easthorpe
Everything we check, we check safely: 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 don’t need to do anything except give us access. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. We survey clay and concrete tiles, ridges, hips and valleys and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are condensation or damp timbers in the loft and valley linings that have cracked or split.
Somewhere as small as Easthorpe, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on what can be seen safely, and thatch is a specialist material. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs frequently need the most attention.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Easthorpe (CO5)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
- Include dormers, porches and garages when booking
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It shows how the roof has fared over the year, and whether work has done its job.
Keep the loft space ventilated. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
What affects the price in Easthorpe
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Roof area
- Which survey package you book
- House, block, shop or office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- When you need the report by
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.
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Common questions in Easthorpe
Is Easthorpe within the area you cover?
Yes. Easthorpe is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is my home in Easthorpe listed or in a conservation area?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and the Standard and Premium packages include a structural check. It is not a structural engineer’s report and doesn’t include calculations.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Roof surveys in Easthorpe: local notes
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look. Layer Marney Tower, about 2.7 miles south, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Easthorpe. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Mary, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Landlords with a home close to Marks Tey station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let.
Easthorpe is about 6 miles west of Colchester, in Essex. We survey roofs in Easthorpe and the rest of Essex, as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Essex, we cover Easthorpe and the places around it. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
We work across CO5 for roof surveys and the streets around it. If you are just outside Easthorpe, we cover Mulberry Green (1 mile north-east), Marks Tey (1 mile north), Little Tey (2 miles north-west), Copford (2 miles north-east) and Messing (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Colchester (6 miles east), Chelmsford (15 miles south-west), Braintree (9 miles west), Maldon (10 miles south-west), Witham (7 miles south-west) and Camulodunum (4 miles east).
Near you in Easthorpe
We work in homes and buildings around House Without A Name Public House. The nearest railway station is Marks Tey station, roughly 1.5 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Anchor Press Museum (3.3 miles south) and Birch Castle (2.2 miles south-east). The countryside around Easthorpe includes Iron Latch.
What we do, 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 between one and two hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere as small as Easthorpe, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
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What this survey cannot tell you
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Structural calculations (that’s a structural engineer’s job)
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Easthorpe
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- The roof space
Landlords, agents and block managers in Easthorpe
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.