Thurrock · London and the South East
Roof Survey in South Stifford
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings across South Stifford, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Loose chimney pots
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
About our roof survey in South Stifford
Our roof surveys cover South Stifford and the wider South East. We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. We are insured for professional indemnity and public liability. You get a written report by email, with photos and clear recommendations. Houses, flats and commercial buildings all follow the same careful process. To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Typical surveys look at valley linings that have cracked or split and slates or tiles that have slipped or broken, on flat roofs, ridges, hips and valleys and chimney stacks.
Around South Stifford, older cottages sit alongside bungalows and newer houses. Older roofs can have slate, clay tiles or other traditional coverings, while many later ones have concrete tiles. On older homes, chimney stacks, valleys and gutters are usually where the work is, and the fixings under the coverings matter too. Nails and battens under older coverings often give out before the slates or tiles themselves.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Place
- South Stifford (RM16, RM20)
- Wider area
- Thurrock
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Photograph stains when they appear
- Check the roof from ground level after storms
- Let us know about past leaks
- Clear the loft hatch area before we arrive
Your report arrives by email. 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.
Do not block the vents at the eaves. Condensation builds up when air cannot move, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Check insulation doesn’t block the airflow at the eaves.
Local roofs in South Stifford
South Stifford is within about 5 miles of the coast, and wind near the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone can’t fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, alongside lots of post-war and newer estates. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Landlords with a home close to Chafford Hundred station may find that a dated record of the roof is useful when planning maintenance across a let. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near All Saints' Church, its roof may have old fixings, lead flashings and chimneys that need a closer look. Anyone responsible for a site like Harris Primary Academy Chafford Hundred will know that long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
South Stifford is about 2 miles west of Grays, in Thurrock. We carry out roof surveys in South Stifford for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Our area takes in places right across Thurrock. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
All of RM16 and RM20 is within our area for roof surveys. Whether your property is on London Road, San Juan Drive and San Luis Drive or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to South Stifford include West Thurrock (1 mile south-west), Greenhithe (2 miles south), Purfleet-on-Thames (2 miles west), Swanscombe (3 miles south) and Stone (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Stanford-le-Hope (7 miles north-east), Balstonia (6 miles north-east), Corringham (8 miles east), Chadwell St Mary (3 miles east), Tilbury (3 miles south-east) and East Tilbury (5 miles east).
What’s near South Stifford
We work in homes and buildings around Ship Public House and Chafford Hundred Business and Enterprise College. South Stifford has its own railway station: Chafford Hundred station. Well-known places in the area include Thurrock Community Hospital (1.9 miles north-east) and Thameside Centre (1.3 miles east). Not far away are Chafford Gorges Nature Park and Sawyers Lake.
Roof by roof
Concrete interlocking tiles
Many post-war houses have concrete interlocking tiles. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but their surfaces weather over the years.
Chimney stacks
Our chimney check is a visual inspection of the stack, not a flue, gas or sweep inspection. We will tell you if the flue needs a specialist.
What this survey can’t tell you
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:
- Faults hidden behind ceilings or boarding
- Whether materials contain asbestos (that needs a specialist asbestos surveyor)
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
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.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Lead flashings
- Natural slate
- The roof space
- Clay and concrete tiles
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
What you can safely check yourself
You can learn a lot from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
South Stifford: your questions answered
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Chafford Hundred station?
Yes. We survey roofs for landlords, letting agents and managing agents as well as owners. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Will you come out to South Stifford?
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 long will you be at the property?
It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. The report follows within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
How much does a roof survey cost in South Stifford?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final figure depends on the roof and the package you choose, and it’s agreed before booking.
Is a roof survey the same as a structural survey?
No. We report on the roof’s condition, and Standard and Premium include structural checks. It isn’t a structural engineer’s report and does not include calculations.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving it means relying on what you can see from ground level. You might pay for work that doesn’t fix the real problem, or to a real problem being missed. A survey tells you what actually needs attention. On a bungalow or cottage around South Stifford, the roof sits close to the rooms below, so a small leak can mark a ceiling within a few storms. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
There are 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’d like to know.
Why book with us
- An independent view of the roof
- Visits on any day of the week
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
What we do, step by step
The aim of the visit is simple: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. It typically takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. A visit to a smaller place like South Stifford is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- You tell us about the property and any concerns.
- We arrange a day that suits you, including weekends.
- We inspect from ground level, from windows, from the loft 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.
Before the survey
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Arrange a survey
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.