Essex · London and the South East
Sand Hill Roof Survey
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out roof surveys in Sand Hill and across Essex.
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Gutters that overflow in heavy rain
Roof survey in Sand Hill: what you get
There are three levels of survey: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, including VAT. The Basic Survey gives a visual inspection, photos and written recommendations. The higher packages add more checks, with moisture detection and a structural check, and on Premium, thermal imaging and a drone where it applies. Each one comes with a written report. If you’ve noticed cracked mortar along the ridge and loose chimney pots, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Sand Hill, homes are frequently older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Roofs there can be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, and chimney stacks are often old. Each needs checking in its own way, and thatch is a specialist material we report on as far as it can be seen. Chimneys and lead flashings on old roofs often need the most attention.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Sand Hill (CM7)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for roof surveys in Sand Hill
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Which survey package you book
- House, block, shop or office
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Common questions in Sand Hill
Is my home in Sand Hill listed or in a conservation area?
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, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Will you come out to Sand Hill?
Yes, Sand Hill is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Can you look at a roof that’s joined to next door?
Yes, the part you own or can give access to. Next door’s roof is only inspected as far as we can see it. Shared chimneys and party-wall upstands are looked at from your side.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
How do I book a survey in Sand Hill?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
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Different roofs, different checks
Clay plain and peg tiles
Clay tiles are common on older South East homes, and some have Kent peg tiles held by pegs. When pegs or battens rot, tiles slip, leaving gaps along the courses.
Lead flashings and valleys
Lead flashings seal chimneys, walls and abutments. Lifted, split or slipped lead is recorded.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Sand Hill
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Let us know about it as you book and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Local roofs in Sand Hill
In Essex, older buildings are often clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, alongside a good many post-war and newer estates. On roofs like these, good slates or tiles can outlast the nails, battens, lead and mortar around them. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
In and around Sand Hill, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early. Take an older house close to Parish Church of St Andrew: old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Sand Hill is about 5 miles north-west of Braintree, in Essex. We carry out roof surveys in Sand Hill for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Here we cover the CM7 postcode area for roof surveys. If you are just outside Sand Hill, we cover Shalford (1 mile south), Church End (1 mile south), Beazley End (2 miles south-east), Almshouse Green (3 miles north-east) and Bocking Churchstreet (4 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (14 miles south), Braintree (5 miles south-east), Witham (11 miles south-east), Saffron Walden (12 miles north-west), Halstead (6 miles east) and Great Dunmow (8 miles south-west).
What’s near Sand Hill
We work in homes and buildings around The George Public House. Other landmarks nearby include Braintree Community Hospital (4.7 miles south).
How the survey works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the roof space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey typically takes between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around Sand Hill can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- You get in touch with the address and anything you’ve noticed.
- 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.
- We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, and photograph what we find.
- Your report arrives by email, with recommendations prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Have details of recent roof work to hand
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Keep the report with your property records
- Tell us about any leaks or stains you’ve seen
Keep the report with your property records. It’s a useful baseline for future surveys, and buyers may ask about the roof when you sell.
Look at your roof from ground level after strong winds. Fragments of slate or tile on the ground mean something has shifted. Getting small faults fixed quickly keeps water out.