Essex · London and the South East
Bobbingworth Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Bobbingworth from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
How a storm damage roof report works in Bobbingworth
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. We note signs of each: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. Common reasons to book are flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and broken or displaced guttering, across flashings, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs.
Roofs in small places like Bobbingworth often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. 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.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put in order of urgency where relevant.
- Location
- Bobbingworth (CM5)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
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. Outbuildings and barns around Bobbingworth are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why book us in Bobbingworth
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Surveys seven days a week
- Prices that include VAT
- Over 20 years’ experience
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. Most surveys take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a small place like Bobbingworth, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- 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.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Getting ready for the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Getting a price
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will ask a few questions about the roof. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
Common questions in Bobbingworth
Will you come out to Bobbingworth?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is Bobbingworth in the area you cover?
Yes, Bobbingworth is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We are not loss adjusters and do not act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
How long will you be at the property?
Expect it to take about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. You’ll then get the report by email.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we will record the rest.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
DIY checks: what’s safe
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That’s where a survey comes in.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Wind, rain and roofs in Bobbingworth
About 4.9 miles south-west lies Hill Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Bobbingworth has been built on. 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 the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, and plenty of post-war and modern estates besides. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Moreton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Germain, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Bobbingworth is about 5 miles south-east of Harlow, in Essex. Bobbingworth is part of the area we cover as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Essex, we cover Bobbingworth. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
Here we cover the CM5 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Gainsthorpe Road, Newhouse Lane and Stony Lane or a nearby road, we can help. Other places close to Bobbingworth include Pedlars End (1 mile north-west), Moreton (1 mile north), Bovinger (1 mile west), Shelley (1 mile south-east) and Greensted Green (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (11 miles east), Basildon (15 miles south-east), Harlow (5 miles north-west), Brentwood (8 miles south-east), Billericay (11 miles south-east) and Loughton (9 miles south-west).
Around Bobbingworth
Typical jobs here are in homes near White Hart Public House and The Ongar Academy and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Willingale Doe (4.3 miles east) and St. Margaret's Hospital (4.5 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Gernon Bushes.
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, especially where the nails have corroded. Our report notes moved slates and any sign of older corrosion.
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. Loose or damaged flashings are photographed and noted.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- House, block, shop or office
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You’ll know the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What’s prompted the survey
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.