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Roof survey in Tillingham, Essex
Roof surveys around Tillingham, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Crumbling chimney pointing or cracked flaunching
- Blocked, sagging or leaking gutters
- Standing water on a flat roof
Leave it or get it looked at?
Leaks rarely show up right away. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. From inside the loft space, we can frequently spot it sooner. For an older or listed building in a place like Tillingham, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Why book with us
- Visits on any day of the week
- Package prices that include VAT
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Over 20 years’ experience
Roof survey in Tillingham: what you get
A roof survey tells you what condition your roof is in, before small faults become big ones. We look at the coverings, the ridges and hips, the valleys and flashings, the chimneys and the gutters, along with the loft where it is safe to get in. The report sets out what we found, with photos and recommendations. Where it is relevant, the recommendations are prioritised by urgency. Typical surveys look at water stains on rafters and ceiling joists and lifted, split or missing lead flashings, across natural slate, ridges, hips and valleys and clay and concrete tiles.
Somewhere as small as Tillingham, homes are often older cottages and farmhouses, with outbuildings and some newer houses. Older roofs may be clay tile, slate, stone or thatch, often with chimneys that have stood a long time. 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 frequently need the most attention.
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 it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Tillingham (CM0)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
The survey, step by step
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft 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 about 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Cottages and farmhouses around Tillingham often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- You pick the package that suits your roof.
- On the day, we start by hearing what you’ve noticed.
- Coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are inspected and photographed.
- Extra checks are carried out where your package includes them.
- You get a written report with photos and clear recommendations.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Common questions in Tillingham
Do you survey roofs for landlords with property near Southminster station?
Yes, landlords and letting agents book with us as well as owners. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
How do I find out if my home in Tillingham is listed?
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.
How long does a roof survey take?
On site, it usually takes between one and two hours for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. Report times depend on the package.
What does a roof survey include?
We check the coverings, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters, plus the roof space where there is safe access. You get a report with photos and recommendations.
How quickly will I get the report?
That depends on which survey you choose: Basic within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. It is emailed to you.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Tillingham?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Will you climb onto the roof?
Only when it is safe. Many roofs can be seen well from windows, vantage points and the loft.
What a survey costs
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
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 want to find out.
What we need to know
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- Anything about access we should know
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Watch for slipped slates after bad weather
- Hold on to the report for future surveys
Any roofer you ask to quote can work from the report. The photos show what we found and where, so their quotes cover the same ground.
Keep the roof space ventilated. Condensation builds up when air can’t move, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Keep insulation clear of eaves vents.
Roofs, chimneys and gutters in Tillingham
Tillingham lies within about 2 miles of the sea, where wind off the sea can be strong. The weather on the day decides whether a flight goes ahead, as a small drone cannot fly safely in strong wind or heavy rain. If the drone is used for your survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
If you own a rental within reach of Southminster station, 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 Church of St Nicholas, old fixings, lead flashings and tall chimneys are typical of older roofs.
Tillingham is about 9 miles east of Maldon, in Essex. Whether the building in Tillingham is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Across Essex, we cover Tillingham and the places around it. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
All of CM0 is within our area for roof surveys. Local streets include Vicarage Lane, Mill Road and Marsh Road, all of which we cover. Other places close to Tillingham include Dengie (1 mile south), Asheldham (2 miles south-west), Southminster (3 miles south-west), Steeple (3 miles west) and Stoneyhills (5 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (13 miles north), Clacton-on-Sea (14 miles north-east), Maldon (9 miles west), Rayleigh (14 miles south-west), Witham (13 miles north-west) and Rochford (11 miles south-west).
Near you in Tillingham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Cap And Feathers Public House. The closest station to Tillingham is Southminster station, about 3.1 miles south-west of the centre. For a walk, there’s Dengie SPA.
Roof by roof
Natural slate
Many Victorian and Edwardian houses have slate roofs. Widespread slipping normally points to corroded nails, which we describe in the report.
Flat roof coverings
Standing water, blisters and splits all point to wear. We also look at the edges, upstands and outlets.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Tillingham
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Tillingham. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.