Essex · London and the South East
Cowey Green Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Cowey Green and the rest of Essex. We survey on any day of the week.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
DIY checks: what’s safe
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
Storm damage roof report in Cowey Green: what you get
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. We survey flat roofs, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are gutters pulled loose in the wind and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind.
Many homes in small places like Cowey Green face open ground, 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.
After the visit, you get a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Cowey Green (CO7)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to Cowey Green
What else we do in Cowey Green
Common roof problems in Cowey Green
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
If you live in an older home near Church of St George, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the survey will not cover
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What exactly goes into their report
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Useful tips for Cowey Green property owners
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Note the date and time you first saw the 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.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
Cowey Green roofs and the weather
Cowey Green lies within about 5 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Anyone responsible for a site like St George's Church of England Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. For landlords with property near Great Bentley station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Cowey Green is about 6 miles east of Colchester, in Essex. Roofs in Cowey Green get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Essex. Our area takes in places right across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Storm damage roof reports in CO7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Mary Lane North and Camp Road or anywhere close by, we can help. If you are just outside Cowey Green, we cover Hare Green (1 mile south), Great Bromley (1 mile north-west), Balls Green (1 mile south), Monkey Street (1 mile east) and Frating Green (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Colchester (6 miles west), Clacton-on-Sea (8 miles south-east), Harwich (10 miles east), Camulodunum (7 miles west), Greenstead (4 miles west) and Tiptree (13 miles south-west).
What’s near Cowey Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Old Courthouse Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Great Bentley station, about 2.9 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Wivenhoe Chapel Museum (3.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Cockaynes Wood.
What this survey cannot tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- How your policy defines a storm
- A price for the repairs
- The outcome of a claim
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will recommend the right survey. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
The survey, step by step
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. For a village or hamlet like Cowey Green, the journey is planned beforehand: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Why it’s worth a survey now in Cowey Green
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. Our report can then add a clear record. Around Cowey Green, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it is left.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and which survey you book.
Why book us in Cowey Green
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
- An independent view of the roof
- Surveys seven days a week
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Cowey Green
How do I find out if my home in Cowey Green is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do roofs near the sea, like those around Cowey Green, take more of a battering?
Frequently, yes. Cowey Green is within about 5 miles of the sea, and coastal roofs tend to see faster wear on metal parts and more wind lifting loose pieces.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photos and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Does someone need to be in?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.