Essex · London and the South East
Lamarsh Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Lamarsh, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Lifted, split or missing lead flashings
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Landlord and commercial surveys in Lamarsh
Letting agents and landlords in Lamarsh book surveys as well as householders. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
About our roof survey in Lamarsh
Most houses have more than one roof to look at. Flat roofs over extensions, garages and dormers are common. We check them as well as the main pitched roof, looking for ponding, splits, blisters and worn upstands. Flat roofs often need attention long before the main roof, so they deserve a close look. A felt roof often lasts around 15 to 20 years, and GRP up to about 30. We survey natural slate, ridges, hips and valleys and the roof space, and people most often book us about slates or tiles that have slipped or broken and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved.
Older buildings in small places like Lamarsh may be listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. Knowing the roof’s condition helps you plan ahead with that in mind. Where a building is listed, matching the existing roof materials is often expected.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Where
- Lamarsh (CO8)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What happens on the day
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere like Lamarsh needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- We start by hearing what you’d like checked and why.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the roof space and from the roof where safe.
- Every part of the roof is checked and photographed.
- You receive a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Getting a price
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Roof faults rarely stay the same size. A single gap lets water onto the timbers underneath, and damp timber slowly weakens. Catching it early means less to put right. In a small place like Lamarsh, 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 Lamarsh, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Why book us in Lamarsh
- Every finding written up with photos
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
What a roof survey doesn’t cover
Our survey is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- A structural engineer’s report
- A promise that the roof won’t leak in future
- Asbestos testing of any kind
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
Your questions about roof surveys in Lamarsh
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Lamarsh?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Lamarsh within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How do I book a survey in Lamarsh?
Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
What if it rains on the day?
Some surveys depend on the weather more than others. Drones can’t fly safely in strong wind or a downpour, and thermal imaging works best with a dry roof, little wind and a sunny day beforehand. We’ll rearrange with you if the weather is not right.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Can you survey a roof I share with a neighbour?
Yes, we inspect your part of the roof. We can only look at neighbouring roofs as far as access allows. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Roof by roof
Lead flashings and valleys
Most leaks begin at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. They get particular attention in every survey.
Flat roof coverings
Ponding, blistering, splits and cracked surfaces are the common warning signs. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets.
Roof surveys around Lamarsh
The wider area around Lamarsh has a long history of building, with Gainsborough's House about 3.7 miles north. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
The streets around a church such as Church of the Holy Innocents are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. If you let a flat or house near Bures station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Lamarsh is in Essex. We carry out roof surveys in Lamarsh for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Lamarsh is one of the towns and villages in Essex where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Roof surveys in CO8 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer roof surveys to properties on Alphamstone Road, Henny Road and Bell Hill and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out roof surveys in Alphamstone (1 mile west), Bures Green (1 mile east), Bures (1 mile south-east), Mount Bures (2 miles south) and Cross End (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Colchester (9 miles south-east), Braintree (11 miles south-west), Witham (14 miles south), Camulodunum (9 miles south-east), Halstead (6 miles south-west) and Greenstead (10 miles south-east).
Around Lamarsh
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Lamarsh Lion pub. The closest station to Lamarsh is Bures station, roughly 1.3 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Sudbury Museum (3.5 miles north) and Mount Bures (2.1 miles south). Open spaces near Lamarsh include Cornard Mere.
Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Make sure we can open the loft hatch
- Take photos of any leaks as they happen
- Stay off ladders and the roof
Your report arrives by email, with photos of what we found. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium. Findings are explained in plain words.
Keep the roof space ventilated. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.