Essex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Birch Green
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Birch Green, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Birch Green
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We are often asked to look into damaged flat roof membrane and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, on slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks.
Somewhere as small as Birch Green, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Where
- Birch Green (CO2)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Birch Green
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
When to book a survey in Birch Green
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Loose or torn flashings
Layer Marney Tower, about 1.4 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Birch Green. On older roofs nearby, leaks often trace back to lead flashings, valleys and gutters.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- What insurance they carry
- When you will get the report
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Wind, rain and roofs in Birch Green
The coast is about 5 miles or less from Birch Green, so there’s more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, alongside a good many post-war and newer estates. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
For an older house near a landmark such as St Mary's Church, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. Anyone responsible for a site like Birch Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Birch Green is about 5 miles south-west of Colchester, in Essex. Anywhere in Birch Green, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Essex, we cover Birch Green. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
Storm damage roof reports in CO2 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Luard Way, Birch Street and Hollingtons Grove and the roads around them. Other places close to Birch Green include Birch (1 mile north), Layer Breton (1 mile south), Heckfordbridge (2 miles north), Layer-de-la-Haye (2 miles east) and Copford Green (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (5 miles north-east), Braintree (11 miles west), Clacton-on-Sea (14 miles east), Maldon (10 miles south-west), Witham (8 miles west) and Camulodunum (4 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Birch Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Hare And Hounds Public House, among other places. Birch Green’s nearest station is Marks Tey station, about 3.4 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Anchor Press Museum (3.2 miles south-west) and Essex County Hospital (4.6 miles north-east). Open spaces near Birch Green include Abberton Reservoir.
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What this survey can’t tell you
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so there are some things a survey cannot cover:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- A price for the repairs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
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 usually takes between one and two hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Rural addresses near Birch Green can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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What happens if roof problems are left?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from ground level. That keeps a record of how it looked. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Birch Green, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why book with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent look at the roof
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Birch Green questions
Is Birch Green within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Is my home in Birch Green listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Do you use drones?
Where it’s applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Birch Green?
Just call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.