Essex · London and the South East
Howlett End Roof Survey
An experienced roof surveyor for roof surveys in Howlett End. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
Roof survey in Howlett End
Everything we check, we check safely: from the ground, from windows and other vantage points, from inside the loft and from the roof itself where it’s safe. Premium adds thermal imaging, plus a drone inspection where applicable, for roofs that are hard to see well. You don’t need to do anything except give us access. Everything we see is photographed for the report. We’re frequently asked to look into water stains on rafters and ceiling joists and gaps in the roof where coverings have gone, on ridges, hips and valleys, chimney stacks and natural slate.
In a small place like Howlett End, many roofs stand in the open, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Location
- Howlett End (CB10)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and wet timber starts to decay. Catching it early means less to put right. Older and listed buildings around Howlett End may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
All our prices include VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before you book.
Why book us in Howlett End
- 98% of customers satisfied
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Prices that include VAT
- An independent look at the roof
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What a roof survey doesn’t cover
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Defects hidden under coverings or inside walls without opening up
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Howlett End
- Natural slate
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Lead flashings
- The roof space
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Howlett End
Older buildings in Essex frequently have clay tiles and weatherboarding, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. About 3.2 miles south lies Horham Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Howlett End has been built on. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
Take a building like Wimbish Primary School: its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Take an older house close to St Paul's Mission Room: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you own a rental within reach of Newport (Essex) station, a roof report between tenancies helps plan work before a small defect becomes a tenant’s leak.
Howlett End is about 4 miles south-east of Saffron Walden, in Essex. We carry out roof surveys in Howlett End for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Howlett End is one of the places in Essex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Surveys in CB10 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you are just outside Howlett End, we cover Tye Green (1 mile north), Wimbish Green (1 mile north-east), Cutlers Green (2 miles south), Thaxted (3 miles south-east) and Great Sampford (4 miles east). Further out, we also cover Braintree (13 miles south-east), Saffron Walden (4 miles north-west), Halstead (14 miles east), Great Dunmow (8 miles south), Stansted Mountfitchet (8 miles south-west) and Great Notley (13 miles south-east).
What’s near Howlett End
We work in homes and buildings around White Hart Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Newport (Essex) station, about 4.1 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Saffron Walden Community Hospital (3.5 miles north-west) and Saffron Walden Museum (4 miles north-west). Not far away are West Wood.
FAQs for Howlett End
How do I find out if my home in Howlett End is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Can a landlord with a rental near Newport (Essex) station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, along with the loft where it is safe. You get a written report with photos and recommendations.
How do I book a survey in Howlett End?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. If we see signs that need an engineer, such as serious sagging, we’ll say so. We don’t provide structural calculations.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on its size, height, access and the package, confirmed before anything is booked.
What we look for on each type of roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Interlocking tiles on shallow roofs depend on their laps and fixings. We look for lifted, cracked or slipped tiles.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Where tiles hang on walls or dormers, we check them too. Gaps in tile-hanging let water reach the wall behind.
Can I check my roof myself?
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.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
The survey, step by step
We’ll ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. Then the inspection itself takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Cottages and farmhouses around Howlett End often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- We check the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there’s safe access.
- We email a report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Howlett End
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.