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Roof Survey in Pattiswick
Roof surveys in Pattiswick from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
What a roof survey looks like in Pattiswick
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. If your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to Church of St Mary The Virgin: its chimney, valleys and lead work are likely to be the parts that need attention first. Landlords with a home close to Braintree Freeport station may find that knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Pattiswick is about 3 miles east of Braintree, in Essex. Wherever you are in Pattiswick, we can carry out roof surveys at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Pattiswick is one of the towns and villages in Essex where we work. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Roof surveys in CM77 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets like Church Road, Old Road and Compasses Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Stisted (1 mile west), Bradwell (1 mile south-west), Perry Green (2 miles south), Lanham Green (2 miles south-west) and Coggeshall (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (11 miles east), Chelmsford (12 miles south-west), Braintree (3 miles west), Maldon (11 miles south), Witham (6 miles south) and Camulodunum (10 miles east).
Local landmarks in Pattiswick
We work in homes and buildings around The Honywood Community Science School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Braintree Freeport station, roughly 3.3 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Halstead Hospital (4.1 miles north) and Laundry & Mangle Museum (1.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Pattiswick include Belcher's and Broadfield Woods.
Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Pattiswick
Good roofs last decades, but their parts wear at different rates. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, yet nails, battens and underlay often fail first. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. If you’ve noticed cracked mortar along the ridge and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a small place like Pattiswick, many roofs stand in the open, so ridges, chimney stacks, flashings and gutters work hard. Damp in old walls is slow to dry, so a small leak can do a lot of harm. A written report sets out what to deal with and in what order. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Place
- Pattiswick (CM77)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes about one to two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Somewhere like Pattiswick needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect whatever is safely visible, inside and out.
- You tell us about the property and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday or a weekend.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows, the loft and the roof itself where it’s safe.
- Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all examined and photographed.
- We email a report with photographs and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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What this survey cannot tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Asbestos testing of any kind
- How the roof will behave in every kind of weather
- What’s under the slates, tiles or felt
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Natural slate
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
- The roof space
Do you need a roof survey in Pattiswick?
Blocked gutters cause a surprising amount of damage. Leaves, moss and silt build up, the gutter overflows and water soaks the walls. Valley and parapet gutters can overflow inside the building.
Common reasons to book include:
- Slipped, cracked or missing slates and tiles
- Torn or sagging underlay
- Worn lead at chimneys and abutments
- Leaking gutter joints and downpipes
Take a building like Stisted Church of England Primary Academy: large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Are they insured for the work?
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. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Pattiswick, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and which survey you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Pattiswick
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Photos and a written report every time
- Visits on any day of the week
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Can I check my roof myself?
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
What affects the price in Pattiswick
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- House, block, shop or office
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What’s prompted the survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or email us, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Your questions about roof surveys in Pattiswick
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Pattiswick?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Braintree Freeport station?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you need.
What does a roof survey include?
All the main parts of the roof: the slates or tiles, ridges, valleys, flashings, chimneys, gutters and roof space. Standard adds moisture detection and a structural check, and Premium adds thermal imaging and a drone where it applies.
Does this replace a RICS home 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.
How much is a survey?
Roof survey starts 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.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement sheets or soffits on older buildings, we flag them and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.