Essex · London and the South East
Roof survey in Far Thorpe Green, Essex
Roof surveys in Far Thorpe Green, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Local roofs in Far Thorpe Green
Far Thorpe Green lies within about 3 miles of the sea, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Andrew, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Thorpe Hall lies about 1.4 miles south-east, so building around Far Thorpe Green goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Far Thorpe Green is about 4 miles north of Clacton-on-Sea, in Essex. Anywhere in Far Thorpe Green, we can carry out roof surveys at your property. Our Essex coverage includes Far Thorpe Green. There is also a page for Chelmsford.
We work across CO16 for roof surveys. Local streets include Whitehall Lane and Colchester Road. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Thorpe Green (1 mile east), Weeley (1 mile west), Thorpe-le-Soken (1 mile east), Tendring (1 mile north-west) and Weeley Heath (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (10 miles west), Clacton-on-Sea (4 miles south), Harwich (7 miles north-east), Camulodunum (11 miles west), Greenstead (9 miles west) and Wivenhoe (8 miles west).
Near you in Far Thorpe Green
We work in homes and buildings around The Rose and Crown pub. The closest station to Far Thorpe Green is Weeley station, about 1.2 miles south-west. For a walk, there is Weeleyhall Wood.
About our roof survey in Far Thorpe Green
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. 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. You get a written report with photographs and recommendations. Where it helps, we say which items are urgent and which can wait. We survey flat roofs, ridges, hips and valleys and natural slate, and people most frequently book us about lifted, split or missing lead flashings and slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles.
In a village or hamlet like Far Thorpe Green, older cottages and farmhouses often sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. On older roofs, it is normally the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Far Thorpe Green (CO16)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Far Thorpe Green
What’s under the slates or tiles is as important as the coverings themselves. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so many older roofs have bitumen felt underlay, and some very old roofs have no underlay at all. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
Look out for signs like these:
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
If you look after a building such as Rolph CofE Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time.
Questions to ask before you book
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How soon the report will arrive
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Bear these in mind:
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
What happens on the day
We work from the outside in: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. In a hamlet or village like Far Thorpe Green, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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 the ground, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there is safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
Advice
Checking the roof from the ground
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. Never climb onto the roof to look.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
Questions from Far Thorpe Green
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Far Thorpe Green?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will you come out to Far Thorpe Green?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How do I book a survey in Far Thorpe Green?
It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or email us. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run seven days a week.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, plus the loft space where there’s safe access. The report includes photos and recommendations.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
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What affects the price in Far Thorpe Green
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Roof area
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What we need to know
What helps most when you contact us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
What we look for on each type of roof
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.
Flat roof coverings
Felt flat roofs frequently last around 15 to 20 years, while EPDM rubber often lasts 30 to 50 years and GRP up to about 30. We check its condition and the signs of age.