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Roof survey in Stocking Pelham, Hertfordshire
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Roof surveys in Stocking Pelham.
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
- Debris building up in roof valleys
- Flashings that have come away from the wall
What a roof survey looks like in Stocking Pelham
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Knowing the covering helps explain which parts of a roof are likely to need work first. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Stocking Pelham is about 5 miles north of Bishop's Stortford, in Hertfordshire. Stocking Pelham is one of many places we visit across Hertfordshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Stocking Pelham is one of the places in Hertfordshire where we work. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Every address in SG9 is covered for roof surveys, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you’re just outside Stocking Pelham, we cover The Willows (1 mile south-west), Berden (1 mile east), Starling's Green (1 mile north), Uppend (2 miles south-east) and Mount Pleasant (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Stevenage (13 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (5 miles south), Hoddesdon (14 miles south-west), Hertford (13 miles south-west), Letchworth (14 miles west) and Ware (11 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Stocking Pelham
In Stocking Pelham, that means homes and buildings near The Cock pub, among other places. Stocking Pelham’s nearest station is Stansted Mountfitchet station, about 4.7 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Brent Pelham (2.1 miles north-west) and Herts and Essex Hospital (5.9 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Aubrey Buxton Nature Reserve.
Roof survey in Stocking Pelham: what you get
There is no single reason to have a roof surveyed. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, others want a check before selling or after years without one. The approach is the same in each case: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. If you’ve noticed cracked or blistered flat roof coverings and debris building up in roof valleys, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Some older homes in villages like Stocking Pelham are listed or in a conservation area. That can affect what materials can be used when work is done, so check with the council before planning anything. A roof report helps you plan work with that in mind. Older materials such as clay tiles, slate and stone are often matched when work is done.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Stocking Pelham (SG9)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common questions in Stocking Pelham
Do you cover smaller places like Stocking Pelham?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Can a landlord with a rental near Stansted Mountfitchet station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you need.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 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.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos was banned in UK construction in 1999, so older buildings may have it. We flag materials that could contain it, and a specialist asbestos surveyor should check them.
Do you go up on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. Much of the survey is done from ground level, upper windows and the loft space. The Premium Survey adds a drone where it applies.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What we do, step by step
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, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey normally takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Cottages and farmhouses around Stocking Pelham frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We check the roof from each safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a report with photographs and recommendations.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Useful tips for Stocking Pelham property owners
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Do not climb onto the roof yourself
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- File the report with your home documents
- Let us know about past leaks
Standard includes a follow-up consultation to talk the findings through, while Premium includes a consultation in person. It’s a chance to ask questions about anything in the report.
Keep the roof space ventilated. Condensation builds up when air cannot move, which can dampen timbers and insulation over time. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
Different roofs, different checks
Natural slate
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but its nails frequently corrode first. Slipped, cracked and missing slates are all noted.
Lead flashings and valleys
Most leaks begin at a joint rather than the middle of a slope. That is why we look at them closely.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
By the time water marks a ceiling, it’s frequently been getting in for a while. Damp spreads through insulation and timber before anything shows below. From inside the loft space, we can frequently spot it sooner. Older cottages and farmhouses around Stocking Pelham can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Why book us in Stocking Pelham
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- An independent view of the roof
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Package prices that include VAT
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Common roof problems in Stocking Pelham
The underlay under the coverings matters too. Breathable membranes only appeared in the UK in the late 1990s, so older roofs often have bitumen felt, and very old ones may have none. Felt that has torn or perished stops doing its job.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Ridge tiles that have lifted or moved
- Ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
For landlords with property near Stansted Mountfitchet station, knowing the condition of the roof, chimneys and gutters helps you plan work rather than react to complaints.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What exactly goes into their report
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance