Essex · London and the South East
Roof survey in Wix, Essex
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings around Wix, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Water stains on rafters and ceiling joists
- Loose chimney pots
How the survey works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. Somewhere like Wix needs a little journey planning: tell us about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- You let us know the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- A visit is booked for a weekday, Saturday or Sunday.
- We look at the roof from every safe vantage point outside.
- We then look in the loft for damp, staining and the condition of the underlay.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
How to prepare
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Arrange a survey
Booking is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
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How a roof survey works in Wix
Roof coverings last a long time, but not for ever. Natural slate can last 100 years or more, and clay and concrete tiles commonly 50 years or more, but the fixings and underlay beneath them often give out sooner. A survey shows which parts of your roof are wearing. Knowing that helps you plan work before it becomes urgent. If you’re worried about gutters that overflow in heavy rain and lifted, split or missing lead flashings, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Village roofs frequently 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. On exposed older roofs, chimneys and lead flashings are often the first to give way.
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
- Wix (CO11)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Places near Wix
What else we do in Wix
Surveys for landlords and agents in Wix
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer.
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.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Repeated coatings can hide what’s underneath. We say what we can see and when a closer look would need opening up.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Mortar at ridges and verges often cracks on tiled roofs. Loose ridges and gaps in the mortar are recorded, as wind can lift them.
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They apply to most roofs:
- Find records of any re-roofing or repairs
- Mention any damp patches as you book
- Mention any flat roofs as well as the main roof
- Keep the report with your property records
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, with recommendations.
Every so frequently, look in the loft space with a torch, keeping to boarded areas. Watch for stains, damp timbers and daylight through the roof. Photograph anything new.
Wix homes and their roofs
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Wix, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Near the sea, metal fixings wear faster and loose pieces on a roof are more likely to lift. Where the drone is part of the survey, we check the Drone Safety Map for restrictions before flying.
With Thorpe Hall about 4.3 miles south, the area around Wix has a long history. Older roofs nearby often mix original materials with later repairs, and the survey shows where each one is. Take an older house close to Church of St Mary: the nails, lead and mortar on the roof may be wearing out even where the slates or tiles look fine. Take a building like Wix and Wrabness Primary School: long gutter runs and wide roofs on a building that size are worth checking on a regular cycle.
Wix is about 5 miles west of Harwich, in Essex. Wherever you are in Wix, we can carry out roof surveys at your property. Wix is one of the places in Essex we cover for roof surveys. Chelmsford is in our area too.
Surveys in CO11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Hunters Court, Colchester Road and Harwich Road. We also cover Wix Green (1 mile east), Bradfield (2 miles north-west), Bradfield Heath (2 miles north-west), Great Oakley (2 miles east) and Wrabness (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Colchester (10 miles west), Clacton-on-Sea (8 miles south), Harwich (5 miles east), Camulodunum (12 miles west), Greenstead (9 miles west) and Wivenhoe (8 miles south-west).
Around Wix
Around Wix, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The White Hart Inn, among other places. The nearest railway station is Wrabness station, roughly 2.3 miles north-east. Not far away are Oakfield Wood and Alton Water.
What you can safely check yourself
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Don’t go up yourself.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Questions from Wix
Can a landlord with a rental near Wrabness station book a roof survey?
Yes, that is a common request. We just need to know who will give access, and we can send the report to you or your agent.
Is Wix within the area you cover?
Yes. Wix is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
How much does a roof survey cost in Wix?
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Our three packages are Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included.
What do you check on a roof survey?
Slates or tiles, ridges, hips, valleys, flashings, chimneys and gutters are all checked, along with the loft where it’s safe. The report includes photos and recommendations.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you as you book.
Do you give a life expectancy for the roof?
We do not put a figure on it, because so much depends on the fixings, underlay and upkeep. Instead, we set out what’s sound, what’s wearing and what to do first.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
How we price roof surveys
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Roof survey starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- When you need the report by
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The property’s address and postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know the cost up front. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.