Essex · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Great Baddow
We carry out roof surveys in Great Baddow and the rest of Essex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Worn or blocked valleys
Roof survey in Great Baddow: what you get
Across London and South East England, roofs differ widely. If your home is a Victorian terrace, it may have Welsh slate, a butterfly roof and parapet gutters, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. Whatever yours has, the survey is adapted to it. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Every part gets the attention it needs. We survey lead flashings, flat roofs and natural slate, and the problems we are asked to look at most are leaking gutter joints and downpipes and lifted, split or missing lead flashings.
Houses in smaller places like Great Baddow can face open ground, where wind and driving rain hit the roof harder. Ridge tiles, verges, chimney stacks and flashings take the worst of it. Checking those edges shows whether anything has begun to work loose. Once one ridge tile or slate moves, wind gets under the next one too.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Place
- Great Baddow (CM2)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- A full building survey of the property
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
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Different roofs, different checks
Concrete interlocking tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but their surfaces weather over the years, and they can crack.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles commonly last 50 years or more. We check for cracked, slipped and missing tiles, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
How it works
The visit has one job: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It typically takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a smaller place like Great Baddow, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Arrange a survey
To get a price for roof surveys in Great Baddow, phone 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us price the survey accurately.
Related advice
Roof surveys around Great Baddow
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. With Danbury Place about 2.3 miles east, Great Baddow sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Bond Street Chelmsford, a dated report on the roof is useful for planning and for any lease discussions. Living close to Oaklands Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. Anyone responsible for a site like Baddow Hall Infant School will know that its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale.
Great Baddow is about 2 miles south-east of Chelmsford, in Essex. If you’re in Great Baddow, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Great Baddow is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover for roof surveys.
Every address in CM2 is within our area for roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on New Road, High Street and Colley Road and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Sandon (1 mile east), Butt's Green (2 miles south-east), Springfield (2 miles north), Little Baddow (3 miles north-east) and Boreham (4 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Basildon (10 miles south), Braintree (12 miles north), Brentwood (10 miles south-west), Maldon (8 miles east), Canvey Island (14 miles south) and Billericay (7 miles south-west).
What’s near Great Baddow
Typical jobs here are in homes near Oaklands Park, White Horse Inn and The Sandon School. The closest station to Great Baddow is Chelmsford station, roughly 2 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Bond Street Chelmsford (1.6 miles north-west) and Baddow Hospital (0.6 miles south). The countryside around Great Baddow includes Newland Grove.
Your questions about roof surveys in Great Baddow
Will you come out to Great Baddow?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Great Baddow is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
How long does a roof survey take?
Allow about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. We’ll give you an idea of timing when you book.
Do you inspect the roof from on top?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we’ll say so. Our survey is not a structural engineer’s report.
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Keep the report with your property records
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It shows how the roof has fared over the year.
Check the loft now and then, with care and a good torch. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Take photos of anything that changes.