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Roof Survey in North Ockendon
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in North Ockendon. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Cracked mortar along the ridge
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in North Ockendon
Everything we check, we check safely: from ground level, from windows, from the loft space and from the roof where conditions allow. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging and, where applicable, a drone, for roofs that are hard to see well. All we need from you is access to the property and the loft. Each defect we find is photographed and explained. If you’re worried about condensation or damp timbers in the loft and ridge tiles that have lifted or moved, we can find out what’s behind it.
Much of London’s housing is flats, in converted houses or purpose-built blocks, so roofs are frequently shared between several households. Whoever looks after the building needs a clear picture of the roof, chimneys and gutters. Leaks from a shared roof rarely affect just one home. A report gives everyone the same picture to plan from, with photos.
With the Standard Survey, you also get 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
- North Ockendon (RM14)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Different roofs, different checks
Natural slate
From the loft, we check the underside of a slate roof. There may be old felt underlay, or none at all on very old roofs.
Clay plain and peg tiles
Handmade and machine-made clay tiles are long-lasting. Slipped, cracked and missing tiles are recorded, and for spalling where the surface has flaked.
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. For a visit in North Ockendon, parking and access are the things to plan: let us know about parking, the floor the property is on, any shared entrance and loft access. We then look at whatever is safely visible from the ground, windows, the loft and, where it is safe, the roof itself.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- We arrive at the agreed time and talk through any concerns.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Tips that help
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Keep the report with your property records
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Let us know about past leaks
Where it helps, we say which items are urgent. Some things need prompt attention, others can be planned for. It makes the next steps much clearer.
After a storm, check the roof from the garden and the street. Slipped slates, lifted ridge tiles or pieces in the garden are signs something has moved. Prompt repairs stop small problems growing.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- What’s prompted the survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
When to book a survey in North Ockendon
Weather is the main thing that wears a roof down. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and rain finds any gap it can. Small faults that start this way grow over time.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
Hare Hall lies about 4.5 miles north-west, so building around North Ockendon goes back a long way. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What insurance they carry
- Whether VAT is added on top
Questions from North Ockendon
Can a landlord with a rental near Ockendon station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in North Ockendon is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Will the report say how many years my roof has left?
Not as a figure. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it’s wearing, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Do you cover North Ockendon?
Yes, we do. We carry out roof surveys in North Ockendon.
How do I book a survey in North Ockendon?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Give us the address and some details about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Do you look in the loft space?
Where it is 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.
What does a roof survey cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Our Basic Survey starts from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included.
Landlords, agents and block managers in North Ockendon
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
North Ockendon homes and their roofs
If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Whatever the covering, it’s frequently the fixings, flashings, valleys and gutters that give out first.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary Magdalene: its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. As a London address, North Ockendon can be tricky for parking: tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space as you book, as a space near the door can’t be promised.
North Ockendon is about 3 miles east of Hornchurch, in Greater London. We visit North Ockendon as part of our work across Greater London, for homes and businesses alike. Across Greater London, we cover North Ockendon. Chelmsford is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for roof surveys: RM14. If you’re just outside North Ockendon, we cover Puddle Dock (1 mile north), Cranham (2 miles north-west), Upminster (2 miles north-west), South Ockendon (2 miles south) and Upminster Bridge (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Walthamstow (14 miles west), Whitechapel (15 miles west), Orpington (14 miles south-west), Plaistow (11 miles west), Leyton (13 miles west) and New Cross (15 miles west).
Landmarks near North Ockendon
In North Ockendon, that means homes and buildings near Eastbrook School, among other places. North Ockendon’s nearest station is Ockendon station, about 1.5 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Upminster Tithe Barn Museum of Nostalgia (2.1 miles north-west) and St George's Hospital (3 miles west). For a walk, there is Cranham Marsh.