Essex · London and the South East
Great Bromley Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings around Great Bromley, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
Roof by roof
Natural slate
Inside the loft space, we check what’s under the slates. Older roofs may have bitumen felt underlay, and very old roofs none, and we note its condition.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Ridge and verge mortar on concrete tile roofs can crack and fall away. We check for loose ridge tiles and missing mortar.
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Great Bromley
There are three levels of survey: a Basic Survey from £150, a Standard Survey from £250 and a Premium Survey from £400, all inc. VAT. Basic is a visual inspection with photos and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Each one comes with a written report. Common reasons to book are cracked mortar along the ridge and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken, on flat roofs, lead flashings and ridges, hips and valleys.
In a village or hamlet like Great Bromley, older cottages and farmhouses frequently sit alongside barns, outbuildings and a few newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. We report on whatever is safely visible, and thatch is a specialist material. On older roofs, it is usually the chimneys and lead flashings that need work first.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Place
- Great Bromley (CO7)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photographs. As for time on site, it usually takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Somewhere as small as Great Bromley, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from every safe viewpoint outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a report with photographs and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Book a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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What this survey can’t tell you
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Leave it or get it looked at?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. One slipped slate lets water reach the battens and underlay, and wet timber starts to decay. Finding it early keeps the work smaller. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Great Bromley, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the exact price before booking.
Why book with us
- Over 5,000 surveys carried out
- Prices that include VAT
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Your questions about roof surveys in Great Bromley
Is the coastal weather around Great Bromley hard on roofs?
Often, yes. Great Bromley is within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
How do I find out if my home in Great Bromley is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, confirmed before anything is booked.
What’s the best way to book?
Simply ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Also near Great Bromley
What else we do in Great Bromley
Local roofs in Great Bromley
Great Bromley lies within about 5 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. A small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, so the weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead. Castle House, about 4 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Great Bromley. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
The streets around a church like Church of St George are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St George's Church of England Primary School, a written record of a large roof helps plan work for the holidays rather than in term time. Living close to Ardleigh Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Great Bromley is about 6 miles east of Colchester, in Essex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Great Bromley can all book roof surveys, with a written report and photographs every time. Our Essex coverage includes Great Bromley. Chelmsford is in our area too.
Roof surveys in CO7 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Badley Hall Road, Brook Street and Hall Road and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Great Bromley: Cowey Green (1 mile south-east), Hare Green (1 mile south-east), Balls Green (1 mile south), Monkey Street (2 miles east) and Frating Green (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (6 miles west), Clacton-on-Sea (8 miles south-east), Harwich (10 miles east), Camulodunum (7 miles west), Greenstead (4 miles west) and Tiptree (13 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Great Bromley
Around Great Bromley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Ardleigh Park and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Alresford station, about 3.2 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Colchester Hospital (5.6 miles west) and Wivenhoe Chapel Museum (3.6 miles south-west). Not far away are Cockaynes Wood.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the exact price before you book.
What we need to know
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Tips from our surveys
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
The recommendations are prioritised by urgency where relevant. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. That helps you decide what to do first.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.