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Storm damage roof report in Craig's End, Essex
Storm damage roof reports in Craig's End, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photographs.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
About our storm damage roof report in Craig's End
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. If you’ve noticed damaged flat roof membrane and slates and tiles blown off the roof, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Craig's End, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Where
- Craig's End (CO9)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- How your policy defines a storm
- A decision on your insurance claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. We record what we find.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
Craig's End: your questions answered
Is Craig's End within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Craig's End?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Take photos from the ground or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you look in the loft space?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The loft space can show things the outside cannot, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: 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 roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a small place like Craig's End, access is typically 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.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Keep pets in another room
Book a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. You will have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
Craig's End roofs and the weather
The wider area around Craig's End has a long history of building, with Hedingham Castle about 4.6 miles east. 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 often clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Craig's End is in Essex. In Craig's End, as across Essex, every roof gets the same careful survey. Our Essex coverage includes Craig's End. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
All of CO9 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Stambourne Green (1 mile north-west), Cornish Hall End (2 miles west), Birdbrook (2 miles north) and New England (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Braintree (9 miles south), Saffron Walden (11 miles west), Halstead (8 miles south-east), Great Dunmow (11 miles south-west), Stansted Mountfitchet (15 miles south-west) and Great Notley (10 miles south).
Local landmarks in Craig's End
Around Craig's End, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Red Lion Public House. Other landmarks nearby include Hedingham Castle (4.6 miles east) and Toppesfield Museum of The Working Horse (1.5 miles east).
Places near Craig's End
What else we do in Craig's End
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Craig's End
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. What happens next is up to the insurer.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Broken or displaced guttering
For an older house near a landmark like Parish Church of St Peter and St Thomas, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Their track record with similar roofs
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
Why it is worth a survey now in Craig's End
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is normally better. Outbuildings and barns around Craig's End are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, including VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Why book us in Craig's End
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Every finding written up with photos
- 98% customer satisfaction