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Wakes Colne Roof Survey
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Roof surveys in Wakes Colne.
- Valley linings that have cracked or split
- Cracked or blistered flat roof coverings
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
Roof survey in Wakes Colne: what you get
People book a roof survey for all sorts of reasons. Some have spotted a stain or a slipped slate, others want a check before selling or after years without one. Whatever the reason, the survey works the same way: we inspect carefully and explain what we see in writing. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, so finding a time is rarely difficult. We are often asked to look into ponding, splits or blisters on flat roofs and loose ridge or hip tiles, across chimney stacks, the roof space and ridges, hips and valleys.
Village roofs often face open fields and take the full force of wind and rain, 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 roof report shows what needs attention first. Lead flashings and old chimney stacks are frequently where weather gets in first.
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.
- Place
- Wakes Colne (CO6)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Valley gutters and parapet gutters are out of sight until they overflow. When they do, water comes straight into the house. We check them before they cause trouble. Outbuildings and barns around Wakes Colne are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Wakes Colne
- PI and public liability insurance
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
See what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
What this survey cannot tell you
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- A full building survey of the property
- A promise that the roof will not leak in future
- A structural engineer’s report
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Lead flashings
- Clay and concrete tiles
- The roof space
- Natural slate
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges, hips and valleys
- Flat roofs
When to book a survey in Wakes Colne
A chimney stack takes more weather than almost any other part of a roof. Mortar crumbles, the flaunching around the pots cracks and stacks can lean. Damp on a chimney breast inside often starts at the top of the stack.
Look out for signs like these:
- Loose ridge or hip tiles
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Leaning or weathered chimney stacks
- Gaps in the roof where coverings have gone
The streets around a church such as Church of St Barnabas are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, corroded nails, tired lead and weathered chimney pointing are the things to watch on older roofs.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How long the report takes to arrive
Nearby places to Wakes Colne
What else we do in Wakes Colne
The survey, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, inspect the roof from every safe vantage point, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a hamlet or village like Wakes Colne, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the property details and any concerns.
- We agree a date, including weekends if that suits you.
- Outside, we inspect from ground level, windows and other safe vantage points, and from the roof where safe.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- You receive the report with photos and recommendations, prioritised by urgency.
How to prepare
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Wakes Colne: your questions answered
Can a landlord with a rental near Chappel & Wakes Colne station book a roof survey?
Yes, rented property is part of what we cover. You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, including who will give access on the day.
Is my home in Wakes Colne listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you cover Wakes Colne?
Yes. We carry out roof surveys in Wakes Colne.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
We don’t give a number of years. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it’s wearing, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
How long does a roof survey take?
Allow an hour or two for an ordinary house roof, and longer if there are extensions, dormers or several chimneys. We’ll confirm what to expect when we arrange the visit.
What’s the best way to book?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you want to find out. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Wakes Colne
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Wakes Colne homes and their roofs
Where the drone is part of the survey, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. 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 check with the council.
Homes near green spaces such as Colne Valley can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. For landlords with property near Chappel & Wakes Colne station, a roof report helps you deal with small faults before they turn into a call from a tenant.
Wakes Colne is about 5 miles east of Halstead, in Essex. Wherever you are in Wakes Colne, we can carry out roof surveys at your property. Wakes Colne is one of the places in Essex where we work. Chelmsford is in our area too.
Here we cover the CO6 postcode area for roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Station Road, The Street and Colchester Road. Main roads around Wakes Colne include the A1124. If you are just outside Wakes Colne, we cover Chappel (1 mile south), Rose Green (1 mile south-east), Swan Street (1 mile south), White Colne (1 mile west) and Great Tey (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Colchester (7 miles east), Braintree (9 miles west), Maldon (14 miles south), Witham (10 miles south-west), Camulodunum (6 miles south-east) and Halstead (5 miles west).
Local landmarks in Wakes Colne
In Wakes Colne, that means homes and buildings near Colne Valley and The Swan pub. There is a railway station in Wakes Colne itself: Chappel & Wakes Colne station. Other landmarks nearby include Mount Bures (2.5 miles north) and Halstead Hospital (5.2 miles west). The countryside around Wakes Colne includes Sergeants Orchard.
What affects the cost of roof surveys
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Which survey package you book
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Roof area
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it’s useful to have:
- The property’s address and postcode
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- When you need the report by
Most bookings start with a short call: phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You will have a price before anything is arranged.