Essex · London and the South East
Ickleton Roof Survey
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Ickleton. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Loose chimney pots
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Roof survey in Ickleton: what you get
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: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. Visits run on weekdays and at weekends, so it’s easy to find a day that suits. We survey the roof space, flat roofs and ridges, hips and valleys, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are torn or sagging underlay and valley linings that have cracked or split.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, which is hard on ridges, chimneys, flashings and gutters. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Ickleton (CB10)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Ickleton
A blocked gutter does more harm than it looks. Once leaves and moss block a gutter, water spills down the brickwork. Hidden gutters behind parapets and in valleys can send water indoors, particularly near trees.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Slates or tiles that have slipped or broken
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
Historic houses such as Audley End House, about 4 miles south-east, show how far back building around Ickleton goes. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
What to check before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
Roof surveys around Ickleton
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Each of these coverings has its own weak points, from fixings and valleys to flashings, chimneys and gutters. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Great Chesterford Church of England Primary Academy, its roofs, gutters and any chimneys need the same checks as a house’s, just on a bigger scale. Landlords with a home close to Great Chesterford station may find that the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Ickleton is about 5 miles north-west of Saffron Walden, in Essex. We survey roofs in Ickleton and the rest of Essex. Ickleton is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover for roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Surveys in CB10 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Abbey Street, Southfield and Back Lane, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for roof surveys include Hinxton (1 mile north), Great Chesterford (1 mile south-east) and Elmdon (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Saffron Walden (5 miles south-east), Stansted Mountfitchet (12 miles south), Elsenham (11 miles south), Church End (15 miles south-east), Thaxted (11 miles south-east) and Newport (6 miles south).
Local landmarks in Ickleton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Red Lion Public House. For rail, the closest station is Great Chesterford station, roughly 1.1 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include American Air Museum (2.6 miles north-west) and Saffron Walden Community Hospital (4.8 miles south-east).
For landlords and managing agents
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.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Ickleton. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Tips that help
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Check the roof from the ground after storms
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
The Premium Survey includes a 12-month follow-up. It shows how the roof has fared over the year, and whether work has done its job.
Have the roof surveyed every few years, and after major storms. Regular checks catch problems while they’re small. Each report gives a record to compare against.
Nearby places to Ickleton
What else we do in Ickleton
Ickleton: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Great Chesterford station book a roof survey?
Yes, letting agents and landlords book with us as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
How do I find out if my home in Ickleton is listed?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
How long will you be at the property?
On site, it usually takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Report times depend on the package.
Is Ickleton in your area?
Yes. We survey roofs in Ickleton and the rest of Essex. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared stacks and upstands are looked at from your property.
How soon is the report ready?
That depends on which survey you choose: within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. We send it by email.
When you need someone else
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- A structural engineer’s report
- Walls, floors and services below the roof
- Asbestos testing of any kind
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Lead flashings
- Ridges, hips and valleys
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Cottages and farmhouses around Ickleton frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We help you choose a Basic, Standard or Premium Survey.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- We inspect and photograph every part of the roof we can safely see.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.