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Storm Damage Roof Report in Chigwell Row
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Chigwell Row, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Water coming in after the storm
- Flat roof edges peeled back
About our storm damage roof report in Chigwell Row
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, like covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. We survey slate and tile slopes, flashings and ridges and hips, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged ridges and hips and new damp or leaks inside.
Somewhere as small as Chigwell Row, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We look at whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Chigwell Row (IG7)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Acting for you with the insurer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
Landlord and commercial surveys in Chigwell Row
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer.
When to book a survey in Chigwell Row
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. People typically call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
For businesses in and around places such as Romford Shopping Hall, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast.
Before you book anyone
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Are they insured for the work?
What happens if roof problems are left?
Leaving storm damage can let water into the roof space and rooms below. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Chigwell Row, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book with us
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 20+ years’ experience
- Surveys seven days a week
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
What happens on the day
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. The whole visit typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Older rural homes like those around Chigwell Row can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Arrange a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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Tips that help
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
If you’re unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
FAQs for Chigwell Row
Will you come out to Chigwell Row?
Yes, Chigwell Row is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Chigwell Row?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Your policy document will say.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
That is not something we can promise. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
How do I book a survey in Chigwell Row?
It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email.
Storm damage roof reports in Chigwell Row: local notes
With Valentines Mansion about 3.9 miles south-west, Chigwell Row sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. In Essex, older buildings are frequently clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Living close to Chigwell Row Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn. Landlords with a home close to Chadwell Heath station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Chigwell Row is about 3 miles south-east of Loughton, in Essex. Whether the building in Chigwell Row is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across Essex, large and small. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of IG7 for storm damage roof reports. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on All Saints Close, Romford Road and Lambourne Road and the roads around them. Close by, we survey roofs in Lambourne End (1 mile north-east), Redbridge (1 mile south-east), Lambourne (2 miles north-east), Abridge (2 miles north) and Stapleford Abbotts (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Basildon (15 miles east), Harlow (10 miles north), Brentwood (8 miles east), Billericay (13 miles east), Loughton (3 miles north-west) and Waltham Abbey (6 miles north-west).
Near you in Chigwell Row
Around Chigwell Row, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Forest Academy and Chigwell Row Wood and the streets around them. Chigwell Row’s nearest station is Chadwell Heath station, about 3.6 miles south. A little further out are Romford Shopping Hall (4 miles south-east) and Claybury Hospital (2.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Lippitts Hill and Highams Park Lake.