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Roof survey in Keeres Green, Essex
Wondering about the roof at a property in Keeres Green? We carry out roof surveys in Keeres Green and across Essex.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Condensation or damp timbers in the loft
- Standing water on a flat roof
The survey, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a written report with photos. As for time on site, most surveys take between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Around Keeres Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it helps to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- Inside, we check the loft space where there is safe access.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Let us know where we can park nearby
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
How to book
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Keeres Green
We inspect what can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where applicable, a drone, which helps with tall or steep roofs. You don’t need to do anything except give us access. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. We survey the roof space, clay and concrete tiles and natural slate, and people most frequently book us about crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching and condensation or damp timbers in the loft.
In a small place like Keeres Green, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Older walls take a long time to dry once water gets in. A roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are often where weather gets in first.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Keeres Green (CM6)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Keeres Green
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
Nearby places to Keeres Green
Other services in Keeres Green
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: 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.
Common questions in Keeres Green
Do you cover Keeres Green?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Is my home in Keeres Green listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Does a roof survey replace a structural engineer?
No. Our survey looks at the condition of the roof, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It isn’t a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We don’t put a figure on it, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and some details about the roof. We survey on any day of the week.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
What’s covered in a roof inspection?
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.
Why get it checked now?
A roof that has had no attention for years can surprise you. Our report gives you a record of how the roof is today, so you can compare it next time. In a place like Keeres Green, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Keeres Green
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Every finding written up with photos
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at our cost guide and our case studies.
Local roofs in Keeres Green
Barrington Hall, about 3.4 miles north-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Keeres Green. 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 your survey includes the drone, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Rodings Primary School, long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle. For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of St Michael and All Angels, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look.
Keeres Green is about 8 miles south-east of Bishop's Stortford, in Essex. Keeres Green is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: CM6. Close by, we survey roofs in Roundbush Green (1 mile north), Great Canfield (2 miles north), High Roding (2 miles north), High Easter (2 miles east) and Stagden Cross (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (9 miles south-east), Braintree (12 miles north-east), Harlow (9 miles west), Brentwood (12 miles south), Billericay (13 miles south) and Witham (14 miles east).
Near you in Keeres Green
In Keeres Green, that means homes and buildings near King William IV Public House and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Willingale Doe (3.8 miles south).
Before and after the survey
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Ask about a flat roof on an extension or garage too
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Let us know about past leaks
If you need work done, the report gives roofers a clear brief. The photos show what we found and where, which makes quotes easier to compare.
Have gutters and valleys cleared regularly, ideally after the leaves have fallen. Use a gutter contractor rather than climbing a ladder yourself. Most overflow damage starts with a blocked gutter.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Where the property is, with the postcode
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.