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Bowers Gifford Storm Damage Roof Report
Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Storm damage roof reports in Bowers Gifford, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. The survey usually takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Bowers Gifford can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You tell us 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 photographs.
How to prepare
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
Arrange a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Storm damage roof report in Bowers Gifford
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: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. If you’ve noticed slates and tiles blown off the roof and torn or lifted flat roof coverings, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Roofs in small places like Bowers Gifford 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 record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent.
- Place
- Bowers Gifford (SS13)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Bowers Gifford: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Bowers Gifford?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Bowers Gifford?
Yes, Bowers Gifford is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll explain what’s needed.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from the ground first if it’s safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Tips that help
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Do not go up a ladder to look.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Bowers Gifford
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Bowers Gifford. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, while many towns grew with 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 site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Margaret's Church of England Academy, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. Living close to Vange Hill is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If you run a business near Eastgate Shopping Centre, finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
Bowers Gifford is about 3 miles west of Thundersley, in Essex. Roofs in Bowers Gifford get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Essex. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. Chelmsford is in our area too.
Surveys in SS13 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on London Road, Bowers Close and Eversley Road. If you are just outside Bowers Gifford, we cover Pitsea (1 mile west), North Benfleet (1 mile north-east), Tarpots (1 mile east), Nevendon (2 miles north) and South Benfleet (2 miles east). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (12 miles north), Basildon (3 miles west), Brentwood (10 miles north-west), Maldon (13 miles north-east), Canvey Island (4 miles south-east) and Billericay (6 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Bowers Gifford
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Chalvedon School, The Basildon Upper Academy and Vange Hill and the streets around them. Bowers Gifford’s nearest station is Pitsea station, roughly 0.7 miles south-west. A little further out are The Motor Boat Museum (1.6 miles west) and Eastgate Shopping Centre (2.6 miles west). The countryside around Bowers Gifford includes Bowers Marsh RSPB Reserve.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Bowers Gifford
Landlords, agents and building managers in Bowers Gifford and across Essex can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
How the survey changes by roof type
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. Our report says whether it looks freshly damaged or worn over time.
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
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Prices for storm damage roof reports in Bowers Gifford
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The shape of the roof and its details
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to let us know:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- When you need the report by
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.