Essex · London and the South East
Mark Hall South Roof Survey
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Mark Hall South, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
Practical tips
Getting the most from a roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Keep a record of damp patches and dates
- Let us know about past leaks
Premium comes with a follow-up after 12 months. It shows how the roof has fared over the year, and whether work has done its job.
Every so often, look in the roof space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Take photos of anything that changes.
Roof survey in Mark Hall South: 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. The approach is the same in each case: a careful look, then a clear written report. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. Common reasons to book are ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and leaning or weathered chimney stacks, on lead flashings, natural slate and clay and concrete tiles.
Around Mark Hall South, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Coverings range from slate and clay tiles on older homes to concrete tiles on many later ones. Chimneys, valleys and gutters on older homes often need the most attention. The fixings under an older roof often fail before good slates or tiles do.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Place
- Mark Hall South (CM20, CM17, CM18)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- 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
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take about 1–2 hours for a house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. A visit to Mark Hall South is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed ahead of time. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- You let us know about the property and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- We look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, inside and out.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- We email a written report with photos and recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Getting a price
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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What we’re asked to look at in Mark Hall South
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Strong gusts work at anything that is not firmly fixed, and rain finds any gap it can. What starts as one slipped slate can become a leak.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Take an older house close to St Andrew's Methodist Church: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
What affects the cost of roof surveys
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The roof’s overall size
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- House, block, shop or office
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we check the roof.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
Places near Mark Hall South
Other services in Mark Hall South
For landlords and managing agents
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Mark Hall South questions
Will you come out to Mark Hall South?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Mark Hall South?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
Not as a figure. The report explains the condition of each part and the signs of wear, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Will you check the loft?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the building owner or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you carry out asbestos surveys?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. Our report notes any materials that might, and recommends a specialist asbestos surveyor looks at them.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Mark Hall South
Harlow, which Mark Hall South is part of, is one of England’s post-war new towns. Many homes in the new towns date from the post-war decades, with concrete interlocking tiles, low-pitched roofs and flat-roofed garages and porches. Low-pitched roofs shed water more slowly, and older concrete tiles, felt and gutters on these homes may be nearing the end of their life. Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and plenty of post-war and modern estates besides. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first.
For landlords with property near Harlow Town station, a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If you live near a park such as Harlow Marsh, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Mark Hall South is about 1 mile north-east of Harlow, in Essex. Wherever you are in Mark Hall South, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Essex, large and small. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
Roof surveys in CM20, CM17 and CM18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as First Avenue, Mardyke Road and Momples Road, all of which we cover. Main roads around Mark Hall South include the A414 and A1025. If you’re just outside Mark Hall South, we cover Harlow (1 mile south-west), Mark Hall North (1 mile north-west), Latton (1 mile south-east), Netteswell (1 mile west) and Newhall (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Brentwood (13 miles south-east), Loughton (9 miles south), Waltham Abbey (8 miles south-west), Great Dunmow (12 miles north-east), Epping (5 miles south) and Stansted Mountfitchet (10 miles north).
Local landmarks in Mark Hall South
In Mark Hall South, that means homes and buildings near Fawbert and Barnard's School, Harlow Marsh and Purple Emperor pub. The closest station to Mark Hall South is Harlow Town station, about 1.2 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Harlow Mill (1.2 miles north) and Princess Alexandra Hospital (1.4 miles west). The countryside around Mark Hall South includes Hunsdon Mead.