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Storm damage roof report in Elmdon, Essex
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Elmdon. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Lead lifted at abutments
About our storm damage roof report in Elmdon
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. 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 are worried about damage from fallen branches or debris and water coming in after the storm, we can find out what’s behind it, on gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips alike.
Many homes in small places like Elmdon 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.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Where
- Elmdon (CB11)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
For landlords and managing agents
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Elmdon. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Before and after the survey
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect about 1–2 hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. For a village or hamlet like Elmdon, the journey is planned beforehand: tell us 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 is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Wind, rain and roofs in Elmdon
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. With Audley End House about 3.9 miles east, Elmdon sits in an area with a long building history. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Nicholas, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Elmdon is about 5 miles west of Saffron Walden, in Essex. Anywhere in Elmdon, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. Elmdon is one of the places in Essex where we work for storm damage roof reports. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Storm damage roof reports in CB11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You will find streets such as Ickleton Road, Horseshoe Close and Hollow Road. Other places close to Elmdon include Upper Pond Street (2 miles south), Bridge Green (2 miles south), Ickleton (3 miles north-east) and Great Chesterford (3 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Saffron Walden (5 miles east), Great Dunmow (15 miles south-east), Stansted Mountfitchet (10 miles south), Elsenham (9 miles south-east), Church End (15 miles south-east) and Thaxted (11 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Elmdon
We work in homes and buildings around The Elmdon Dial pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Great Chesterford station, roughly 3 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include American Air Museum (3.9 miles north) and The Warren (4.4 miles south-west).
Towns and villages near Elmdon
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Elmdon questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Elmdon?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Elmdon listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
How long does the survey take?
It usually takes between one and two hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We’ll confirm the timing when you book.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, especially where the nails have corroded. Our report notes moved slates and any sign of older corrosion.
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. The report shows each damaged area.
Common roof problems in Elmdon
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, with photographs.
Common reasons to book include:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damaged pots on the stack
If you let a flat or house near Great Chesterford station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What experience they bring
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- When you will get the report
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Elmdon
Survey packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Roof area
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the roof. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
We confirm the exact price before you book, so you know the cost up front. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.