Essex · London and the South East
Hornestreet Roof Survey
We carry out roof surveys in Hornestreet and the rest of Essex. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
How the survey changes by roof type
Natural slate
Many Victorian and Edwardian houses have slate roofs. Widespread slipping typically points to corroded nails, which we describe in the report.
Concrete interlocking tiles
On low-pitched roofs, the laps and fixings of interlocking tiles matter. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles.
How a roof survey works in Hornestreet
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We check the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, along with the loft where it’s safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it’s relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. Common reasons to book are slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles and loose ridge or hip tiles, on lead flashings, ridges, hips and valleys and clay and concrete tiles.
Somewhere as small as Hornestreet, 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. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Hornestreet (CO4)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, it typically takes about one to two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. For a village or hamlet like Hornestreet, the journey is planned ahead of time: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from every safe viewpoint outside.
- Inside, we check the roof space where there’s safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
Before the survey
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, tell us about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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What this survey can’t tell you
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
- Structural calculations (that is a structural engineer’s job)
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Clay and concrete tiles
Common questions in Hornestreet
Will you come out to Hornestreet?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How do I find out if my home in Hornestreet 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.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
What does a roof survey include?
Every part of the roof we can safely see: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Higher packages add moisture detection, structural checks, thermal imaging and a drone where applicable.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we can. We inspect what the owner gives us access to. Where a defect looks to be on the neighbour’s side, the report says so.
How soon is the report ready?
Premium reports arrive the same day, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Basic within 48 hours. Each report includes photographs.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Hornestreet
Landlords, agents and building managers in Hornestreet and across Essex can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photos included.
What affects the price in Hornestreet
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The shape of the roof and its details
- House, block, shop or office
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all including VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. It’s useful to include:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- The address and postcode of the property
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Nearby places to Hornestreet
Also in Hornestreet
Leave it or get it looked at?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, which makes later changes easy to spot. In a small place like Hornestreet, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
For a price for your roof in Hornestreet, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What you get with us
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- PI and public liability insurance
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Hornestreet homes and their roofs
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Whatever the covering, it’s often the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first. Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Landlords with a home close to Colchester station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at. Castle House, about 2.4 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Hornestreet. Older homes in the area may have roofs that need matching materials when work is done. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Langham Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Hornestreet is about 5 miles north-east of Colchester, in Essex. If you are in Hornestreet, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our Essex coverage includes Hornestreet. There is also a page for Chelmsford.
Surveys in CO4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Langham (1 mile south-west), Boxted Cross (1 mile west), Boxted (1 mile west), Lamb Corner (2 miles east) and Workhouse Hill (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (5 miles south-west), Clacton-on-Sea (14 miles south-east), Harwich (14 miles east), Camulodunum (6 miles south-west), Halstead (13 miles west) and Greenstead (4 miles south).
Around Hornestreet
Around Hornestreet, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Shepherd and Dog pub and the streets around them. Hornestreet’s nearest station is Colchester station, about 4.1 miles south-west. A little further out are The Munnings Museum (2.4 miles east) and Severalls Hospital (3 miles south-west). The countryside around Hornestreet includes Westhouse Wood.