Essex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Edney Common
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Edney Common, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Roofs hit by falling trees
About our storm damage roof report in Edney Common
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. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. If you’ve noticed roofs hit by falling trees and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, we can find out what’s behind it, on slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and gutters and fascias alike.
For a small place like Edney Common, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Edney Common (CM1)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Edney Common
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Roof area
- Which survey package you book
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What we need to know
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
The survey, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes an hour or two at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere as small as Edney Common, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- 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
Getting a price
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Edney Common?
Storms do not only affect pitched roofs. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
Common reasons to book include:
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Shop and office owners around Bond Street Chelmsford may find that water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast.
What to check before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Will the report include photos?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
Common questions in Edney Common
Is Edney Common within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Edney Common?
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 I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. We record any damage and where it is.
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. We record any damage we can see.
Towns and villages near Edney Common
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Edney Common roofs and the weather
Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, alongside plenty of post-war and newer estates. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. With Hylands about 2 miles east, Edney Common sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
For an older house near a landmark like St Paul's Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. If you let a flat or house near Ingatestone station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Edney Common is about 4 miles west of Chelmsford, in Essex. We cover Edney Common and the rest of Essex, as part of our work across London and South East England. Edney Common is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover.
All of CM1 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Woodland Way, Highwood Road and Nathan's Lane. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Loves Green (1 mile west), Newney Green (2 miles north), Radley Green (2 miles west), Roxwell (2 miles north) and Boyton Cross (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (4 miles east), Basildon (10 miles south), Braintree (14 miles north-east), Harlow (12 miles west), Brentwood (7 miles south-west) and Maldon (13 miles east).
Local landmarks in Edney Common
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Green Man Public House and Hylands School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Ingatestone station, about 3.3 miles south of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Chelmsford and Essex Hospital (2.9 miles east) and Bond Street Chelmsford (3.9 miles east).