Essex · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in East Hanningfield, Essex
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for East Hanningfield and the rest of Essex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Storm damage roof report in East Hanningfield: what you get
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We survey slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and flat roofs, and people most frequently book us about loose or torn flashings and roofs hit by falling trees.
Many homes in small places like East Hanningfield face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- East Hanningfield (CM3)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from ground level.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
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How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Everything we note and photograph goes into the written report. It usually takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like East Hanningfield, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there is access.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Check pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or email us and give us a few details about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- Which survey package you book
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What to tell us when you get in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. An independent report can follow. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like East Hanningfield, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Why book us in East Hanningfield
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Photographs and a written report every time
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
East Hanningfield questions
Do you cover smaller places like East Hanningfield?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Do you cover East Hanningfield?
Yes, East Hanningfield is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in East Hanningfield as anywhere else.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in East Hanningfield?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Do you look in the roof space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Wind, rain and roofs in East Hanningfield
Historic houses such as Danbury Place, about 2.4 miles north, show how far back building in the area around East Hanningfield goes. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, and lots of post-war and modern estates besides. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
For an older house near a landmark like Church of All Saints, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Anyone responsible for a site like East Hanningfield Church of England Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Landlords with a home close to South Woodham Ferrers station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
East Hanningfield is about 5 miles south-east of Chelmsford, in Essex. Anywhere in East Hanningfield, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the CM3 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. That includes homes and businesses on Old Church Road, Ashley Green and Nicholson Place and the roads around them. Other places close to East Hanningfield include Bicknacre (1 mile north-east), Woodham Ferrers (2 miles east), Rettendon (2 miles south), Howe Green (2 miles north-west) and Coalhill (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (5 miles north-west), Basildon (9 miles south-west), Braintree (14 miles north), Brentwood (12 miles west), Maldon (6 miles north-east) and Canvey Island (11 miles south).
Around East Hanningfield
The nearest railway station is South Woodham Ferrers station, roughly 3 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Baddow Hospital (3 miles north-west) and Battlesbridge Motorcycle Museum (4 miles south). The countryside around East Hanningfield includes Hanningfield Reservoir.
What we can’t see
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Estimates of repair costs
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings