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Hinxton Roof Survey
Wondering about the roof at a property in Hinxton? You can book a roof survey in Hinxton and across Essex.
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
When to book a survey in Hinxton
The coverings are rarely the first thing to fail. ‘Nail fatigue’ is common on slate roofs: the nails rust and the slates slide. On tiled roofs, battens and pegs can rot.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
For landlords with property near Whittlesford Parkway station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
What to check before booking
- What they will not be able to tell you
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
How a roof survey works in Hinxton
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have seen a mark on a ceiling or bits of tile in the garden, while others just want to know where they stand. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: a careful look, then a clear written report. Visits run on any day of the week, so it is easy to find a day that suits. If you are worried about standing water on a flat roof and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Hinxton, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some 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 doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Hinxton (CB10)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Tips that help
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Don’t climb onto the roof yourself
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Let us know about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. The photos show what we found and where, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Plan a roof survey every few years, or sooner after severe weather. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Each report gives a record to compare against.
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- Whether the roof structure meets design loads
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
For landlords and managing agents
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
The survey, step by step
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Somewhere like Hinxton needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
How we price roof surveys
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Roof area
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Which survey package you book
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Helping us price your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What made you get in touch
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Roof surveys around Hinxton
If the drone is used for your survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. With Audley End House about 4.8 miles south, Hinxton sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near Parish Church of St Mary and St John the Evangelist, the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine.
Hinxton is about 5 miles north-west of Saffron Walden, in Essex. Anywhere in Hinxton, we can carry out roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Hinxton is one of the places in Essex we cover for roof surveys. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in CB10 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include High Street, Hunts Lane and Mill Lane. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Ickleton (1 mile south), Great Chesterford (2 miles south-east) and Elmdon (4 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Saffron Walden (5 miles south-east), Stansted Mountfitchet (13 miles south), Elsenham (12 miles south), Thaxted (11 miles south-east), Newport (7 miles south) and Takeley (15 miles south).
What’s near Hinxton
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Red Lion Inn. Hinxton’s nearest station is Whittlesford Parkway station, roughly 1.4 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find American Air Museum (2.4 miles west) and Fowlmere Castle (4.5 miles west). Open spaces near Hinxton include Little Trees Hill.
Common questions in Hinxton
How do I find out if my home in Hinxton is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Can a landlord with a rental near Whittlesford Parkway station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the building.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing isn’t part of our service. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Do you go up on the roof?
Where it’s safe, yes. We also inspect from the ground, from windows and vantage points, and from the loft. On Premium, a drone is used where applicable.
Can you survey in bad weather?
It can, depending on the survey. Drones cannot fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof and little wind. We will rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
Do you look in the loft space?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Do you cover Hinxton for roof surveys?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, Hinxton included.