Essex · London and the South East
Roof survey in Hastingwood, Essex
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Hastingwood, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
About our roof survey in Hastingwood
The report is written for you, in plain language. Every issue comes with photos and a written recommendation, and we rank them by urgency where that helps. With the Standard Survey you also get moisture detection and a structural check. Premium adds thermal imaging, a drone inspection where applicable and a same-day report. Reports are sent by email. We are often asked to look into worn lead at chimneys and abutments and loose ridge or hip tiles, across the roof space, lead flashings and natural slate.
In a small place like Hastingwood, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are frequently the first to give way.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Where
- Hastingwood (CM17)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
Felt flat roofs often 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.
Chimney stacks
Each chimney’s pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings are looked at, as far as we can safely see them. We note any lean or loose pots.
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The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. For a village or hamlet like Hastingwood, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint outside.
- 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
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Advice
FAQs for Hastingwood
How do I find out if my home in Hastingwood is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Can a landlord with a rental near Harlow Mill station book a roof survey?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just call 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain asbestos. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
Not as an exact number, since the fixings, underlay and maintenance all play a part. What we do is explain the roof’s condition and what to deal with first.
How many surveys have you done?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Will you climb onto the roof?
When the roof and the conditions make it safe, yes. We also use views from the ground, windows and the loft space.
What a roof survey looks like in Hastingwood
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Trees in and around Church Lane Flood Meadow shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. If you look after a building like Henry Moore Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Hastingwood is about 2 miles south-east of Harlow, in Essex. Hastingwood is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Essex coverage includes Hastingwood and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Here we cover the CM17 postcode area for roof surveys. You’ll find streets like Hastingwood Road, Hazlewood Park and Mill Street, and we cover them all. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Foster Street (1 mile north), Magdalen Laver (1 mile east), Latton (2 miles north-west), Newhall (2 miles north-west) and Bush Fair (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (14 miles east), Brentwood (11 miles south-east), Billericay (14 miles south-east), Loughton (8 miles south-west), Waltham Abbey (7 miles south-west) and Great Dunmow (12 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Hastingwood
Around Hastingwood, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Rainbow And Dove Public House, Brays Grove and Passmores Academy. The nearest railway station is Harlow Mill station, about 3 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Mark Hall Cycle Museum (2.4 miles north-west) and Harlow Mill (3.1 miles north). Not far away are Gernon Bushes.
What we cannot see
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- A full building survey of the property
- A structural engineer’s report
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
Landlords, agents and block managers in Hastingwood
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
We survey roofs for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
When to book a survey in Hastingwood
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
If you own a rental within reach of Harlow Mill station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Can I check my roof myself?
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.