Essex · London and the South East
Danbury Storm Damage Roof Report
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Danbury and the rest of Essex. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Damaged ridges and hips
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Danbury
Danbury 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, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, and a good many post-war and modern estates besides. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Historic houses such as Danbury Place, about 1.3 miles west, show how far back building around Danbury goes. On older roofs nearby, leaks frequently trace back to lead flashings, valleys and gutters. Take an older house close to Church of St John the Baptist: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. For landlords with property near Beaulieu Park station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Danbury is about 4 miles west of Maldon, in Essex. Danbury is one of many places we visit across Essex, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our area takes in places right across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of CM3 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes and businesses on Butts Lane, Eves Corner and West Belvedere. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Gay Bowers (1 mile south-east), Little Baddow (2 miles north), Butt's Green (2 miles south-west), Sandon (3 miles west) and Mowden (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (4 miles west), Basildon (11 miles south-west), Braintree (11 miles north), Brentwood (14 miles south-west), Maldon (4 miles east) and Canvey Island (13 miles south).
Near you in Danbury
In Danbury, that means homes and buildings near The Griffin Inn, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Beaulieu Park station, roughly 4 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Baddow Hospital (3.5 miles west). For a walk, there’s Danbury Ridge Nature Reserves.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Danbury
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. We’re often asked to look into damaged flat roof membrane and holes or cracks caused by debris, on chimney stacks, ridges and hips and flat roofs.
Older cottages and houses around Danbury may have roofs with little or no underlay. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there’s little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Finding where it gets in, and whether it is old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are often the first clue.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Place
- Danbury (CM3)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes an hour or two for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Homes around Danbury frequently have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is checked where it can be reached safely.
- 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 safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
How to prepare
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Book a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Tips from our surveys
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- File receipts for anything you pay for
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
What a survey costs
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Height and safe access
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- What made you get in touch
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Also near Danbury
What else we do in Danbury
Landlords, agents and block managers in Danbury
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date.
Why it is worth a survey now in Danbury
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, alongside any photos you took yourself. Blocked gutters on homes around Danbury overflow and soak walls. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Why book us in Danbury
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- Package prices that include VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
FAQs for Danbury
Is Danbury within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Danbury?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We are not loss adjusters and do not act for you with the insurer. We provide an independent record of the roof for you to send to your insurer.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we can’t say how it will turn out.