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Roof survey in Foxash Estate, Essex
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Foxash Estate and across Essex.
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Torn or sagging underlay
About our roof survey in Foxash Estate
The report is written for you, in plain language. Each defect is described with photographs and a recommendation, and where it is relevant we say what’s urgent and what can wait. The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, a drone where it applies and a same-day report. Each report is emailed to you. We are often asked to look into slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and torn or sagging underlay, on lead flashings, chimney stacks and the roof space.
Somewhere as small as Foxash Estate, 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 frequently 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 typically the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Foxash Estate (CO11, CO7)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Local roofs in Foxash Estate
Foxash Estate is within about 3 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
If you own a rental within reach of Manningtree station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. Trees in and around Ardleigh Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Foxash Estate is about 6 miles north-east of Colchester, in Essex. We survey roofs in Foxash Estate and the rest of Essex. Across Essex, we cover Foxash Estate and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Here we cover the CO11 and CO7 postcode area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on Harwich Road, Tile Barn Lane and Cherry Orchard or a nearby road, we can help. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Burnt Heath (1 mile south), Bromley Cross (2 miles south), Lawford (2 miles east), Little Bromley (2 miles south-east) and Manningtree (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Colchester (6 miles south-west), Clacton-on-Sea (11 miles south-east), Harwich (11 miles east), Camulodunum (7 miles south-west), Greenstead (4 miles south-west) and Tiptree (14 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Foxash Estate
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ardleigh Park and The Anchor Inn, among other places. Foxash Estate’s nearest station is Manningtree station, about 1.9 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Munnings Museum (1.2 miles north) and Colchester Hospital (4.9 miles west). Not far away are Cattawade Marshes.
Also near Foxash Estate
What else we do in Foxash Estate
Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Most leaks begin at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. That is why we check them closely.
Natural slate
Slate is one of the most durable roof coverings, but its nails often corrode first. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted.
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you get in touch:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- What’s prompted the survey
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Foxash Estate questions
Is Foxash Estate within the area you cover?
Yes, Foxash Estate is covered. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Foxash Estate?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Ridges, verges, flashings and fixings are where it typically shows.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there is safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch.
When will the report arrive?
The Premium Survey has a same-day report, Standard 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photographs.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
What insurance do you have?
Our surveys are covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
What this survey can’t tell you
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- The condition of the rest of the building (that is a RICS home survey)
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- The roof space
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Useful tips for Foxash Estate property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
We email the report to you, with photos 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. Look for water marks, damp wood and chinks of light. Photograph anything new.
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take an hour or two on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere like Foxash Estate needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know the cost up front. Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.