Essex · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Chelmsford, Essex
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Chelmsford. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
When you need someone else
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- How your policy defines a storm
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
Storm damage roof report in Chelmsford
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. It’s yours to pass to your insurer. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and can’t say whether a claim will be paid. If you’ve noticed roofs hit by falling trees and ridge tiles that have come loose, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
With roofs of every age and type in a place like Chelmsford, there are many ways for water to get in: failed flashings, blocked valleys, slipped slates, worn mortar, overflowing gutters or a split felt roof. The stain inside is rarely right under the cause, which is why the inside and outside are looked at together. Moisture readings, taken alongside a close look outside, help track where the water has been.
Report times depend on the survey you book: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Chelmsford (CM1, CM2, CM3, CM4)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photographs, emailed to you. As for time on site, most surveys take an hour or two at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a place the size of Chelmsford, the building you want surveyed may be a house, a flat above a shop or a whole block. Let us know which it is and who controls access, and the visit is planned around that.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
We survey roofs seven days a week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Roof by 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.
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
Places near Chelmsford
What else we do in Chelmsford
Useful tips for Chelmsford property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
If you’re unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. If that doesn’t resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
Questions from Chelmsford
Do you carry out roof surveys in Chelmsford?
Yes, Chelmsford is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is there anything to prepare before you come to Chelmsford?
Very little. Keep pets out of the way, leave side gates unlocked and have any old roof paperwork handy.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or email us.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take about one to two hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. The written report follows by email.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Why act early in Chelmsford
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. An independent report can follow. Whatever the age of a roof in Chelmsford, small defects only grow if they’re left. What starts as a cracked flashing or a blocked outlet becomes wet timber and stained ceilings in time.
For a price for your roof in Chelmsford, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why book us in Chelmsford
- 20+ years’ experience
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- An independent view of the roof
- Weekday and weekend surveys
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Chelmsford
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Roof area
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
- What made you get in touch
If you are buying, it’s useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.
Chelmsford roofs and the weather
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. With Hylands about 2.8 miles south-west, Chelmsford sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Homes near green spaces such as Chelmer Valley Riverside can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Trinity Road Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Landlords with a home close to Chelmsford station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Chelmsford is about 30 miles north-east of London, in Essex. Surveys in Chelmsford work the same way as everywhere we cover: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Chelmsford is one of the towns and villages in Essex where we work for storm damage roof reports.
Surveys in CM1, CM2, CM3 and CM4 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Backnang Square, High Street and Barrack Square or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Main roads around Chelmsford include the A12 and A130, which makes travel easy. Other places close to Chelmsford include Moulsham (1 mile south-west), Patching (1 mile north-west), Widford (2 miles south-west), Broomfield (2 miles north) and Writtle (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Basildon (11 miles south), Braintree (11 miles north), Brentwood (11 miles south-west), Maldon (8 miles east), Canvey Island (15 miles south) and Billericay (8 miles south). Being one of Essex’s larger places, Chelmsford has homes, rented property and businesses of every kind.
Landmarks near Chelmsford
Around Chelmsford, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Our Lady Immaculate Church, The Boswells School and Chelmsford College, among other places. Other local landmarks include Chelmer Valley Riverside (0.5 miles north-west) and The Two Brewers Public House (less than half a mile south-west). The closest station to Chelmsford is Chelmsford station, roughly 0.7 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find Priory Hospital (less than half a mile north) and Peter Edwards Museum And Library (0.8 miles south-west). Not far away are Newland Grove.