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Blackmore Storm Damage Roof Report
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Blackmore and across Essex, with plain-English findings.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Wind, rain and roofs in Blackmore
With Ingatestone Hall about 3.8 miles south-east, Blackmore sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, alongside a good many post-war and newer estates. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you look after a building such as Blackmore Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If you let a flat or house near Ingatestone station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. The streets around a church such as Church of St Laurence are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Blackmore is about 5 miles north of Brentwood, in Essex. We survey roofs in Blackmore and the rest of Essex. We cover towns and villages across Essex, large and small. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
Here we cover the CM4 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Jericho Place, Woollard Way and Fingrith Hall Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover the places around Blackmore: Wyatt's Green (2 miles south), Beggar Hill (2 miles east), Green Street (2 miles south-east), Doddinghurst (2 miles south) and Swallows Cross (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (8 miles north-east), Basildon (10 miles south-east), Harlow (10 miles north-west), Brentwood (5 miles south), Billericay (6 miles south-east) and Rayleigh (14 miles south-east).
Near you in Blackmore
We work in homes and buildings around The Bull Inn and the streets around them. The closest station to Blackmore is Ingatestone station, roughly 3.4 miles south-east. Nearby you will also find Brentwood Community Hospital (4.8 miles south) and Willingale Doe (3.9 miles north).
About our storm damage roof report in Blackmore
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. Common reasons to book are stains appearing after strong winds and roofs hit by falling trees, across gutters and fascias, flat roofs and ridges and hips.
Roofs in small places like Blackmore often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- Blackmore (CM4)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey cannot tell you
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
Surveys for landlords and agents in Blackmore
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
How it works
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. Most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Somewhere as small as Blackmore, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photos.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking before the day
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
How to book
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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What affects the price in Blackmore
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Which survey package you book
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Questions from Blackmore
Do you cover Blackmore?
Yes, Blackmore is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Blackmore as anywhere else.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Blackmore?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
How do I book a survey in Blackmore?
To book, phone 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.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Do you look in the roof space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
The ridge and hips are among the most exposed parts of a roof. We record any that have lifted, cracked or come away.
Slate roofs
In high winds, slates can slip or go, often where nails have rusted. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.