Essex · London and the South East
Roof Survey in Writtle
A roof condition survey for homes and buildings in Writtle, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Worn or blocked valleys
- Standing water on a flat roof
- Loose chimney pots
What we do, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how many separate roofs there are. In a smaller place like Writtle, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. On bungalows and lower roofs, much can be seen from the ground, with the loft showing the underside, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- You tell us the address, the type of roof and what’s worrying you.
- 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.
- We email a photo-illustrated written report and recommendations.
Preparing for the visit
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Roof surveys for homes and businesses in Writtle
Roofs vary a lot across London and the South East. A Victorian or Edwardian terrace may have slate, a central valley gutter and parapet walls, while many post-war homes have concrete interlocking tiles. We adapt the survey to the roof in front of us. Some older homes have clay tiles, and many have a flat-roofed extension as well. Every part gets the attention it needs. We survey chimney stacks, natural slate and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are loose chimney pots and gutters that overflow in heavy rain.
Around Writtle, gardens, hedges and nearby trees can mean leaves and moss end up on roofs and in gutters. Blocked gutters overflow and soak the walls below. It is the kind of slow problem a roof report picks up early. Moss on the roof and weeds in the gutter are both easy to spot from the ground.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Writtle (CM1)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Leaks rarely show up straight away. Insulation, plaster and timber can all be damp before you see a stain. A survey can pick up the early signs from the loft. With lower homes, common in places like Writtle, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Catching the cause first saves redecorating as well.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book us in Writtle
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Read what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Writtle
Letting agents and landlords in Writtle book surveys as well as homeowners. A report with photographs gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
How we price roof surveys
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- The size of the roof
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What to let us know when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- When you need the report by
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Your questions about roof surveys in Writtle
Is Writtle within the area you cover?
Yes, Writtle is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Can a landlord with a rental near Chelmsford station book a roof survey?
Yes, landlords and agents are among the people we work for. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Professional indemnity and public liability insurance cover our surveys. If you need details for a managing agent or a building owner, just ask.
How do I arrange a roof survey in Writtle?
It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll point you to the right survey. Surveys run on any day of the week.
Can you check whether my roof contains asbestos?
No. Asbestos testing isn’t part of our service. Where materials might contain it, we say so in the report and recommend a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before they’re disturbed.
Can you tell me how long my roof will last?
Not as a figure. We describe the condition of each part of the roof and how it is wearing, and we say what needs attention and how urgently.
How much does a roof survey cost in Writtle?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking. To get a price, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
We check the pots, flaunching, pointing and flashings of each stack, as far as we can safely see them. We note any lean or loose pots.
Concrete interlocking tiles
Concrete interlocking tiles are common on post-war and newer homes. They’re heavy and hard-wearing, but their surfaces weather over the years, and they can crack.
Nearby places to Writtle
Other services in Writtle
Local roofs in Writtle
Hylands, about 1.4 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Writtle. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, alongside plenty of post-war and newer estates. Whichever you have, the details that tend to fail before the covering itself get the closest look.
Living close to Central Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If you look after a building like Writtle Infant School, large buildings have long gutter runs and big roofs that need checking like any other. If you let a flat or house near Chelmsford station, the gap between tenancies is a good time to have the roof looked at.
Writtle is about 3 miles west of Chelmsford, in Essex. Writtle is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across CM1 for roof surveys. That includes homes and businesses on Millfields, Well Field and Little Meadow and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Writtle, we cover Widford (2 miles south-east), Moulsham (2 miles east), Chignall St James (2 miles north), Patching (2 miles north-east) and Chelmsford (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Basildon (11 miles south), Braintree (12 miles north-east), Harlow (13 miles west), Brentwood (9 miles south-west), Maldon (11 miles east) and Billericay (7 miles south).
Landmarks near Writtle
We work in homes and buildings around Rose And Crown Public House, Hylands School and Central Park, among other places. Writtle’s nearest station is Chelmsford station, roughly 2.1 miles east. A little further out are Peter Edwards Museum And Library (2 miles east) and Bond Street Chelmsford (2.4 miles east). Open spaces near Writtle include Newland Grove.
Practical tips
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Gather any paperwork for past roof work
- Move stored items away from the loft hatch
- Stay off ladders and the roof
- Photograph stains when they appear
Your report arrives by email. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24 to 48 hours and Premium the same day. Each finding is set out in plain English.
Don’t block the vents at the eaves. A stuffy loft collects condensation, and it can wet timbers and insulation. Make sure insulation doesn’t block the airflow at the eaves.