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Storm Damage Roof Report in Emerson Park
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Emerson Park and the rest of Greater London. We survey seven days a week.
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Emerson Park
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Your policy document sets out its own definition. We don’t decide whether a storm met that test. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. The claim decision rests with your insurer. We survey gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are water coming in after the storm and ridge tiles that have come loose.
Water getting into a London home frequently comes from a detail you cannot see from the street: a butterfly roof’s central valley gutter, a parapet gutter, a chimney flashing or a flat roof over a back addition. For a leak or storm damage in Emerson Park, those hidden details are where the inspection begins. Water from a hidden gutter can run along joists and show up a room or two away.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Location
- Emerson Park (RM11, RM3)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
DIY checks: what’s safe
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
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What we do, step by step
It is useful 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. The visit normally takes an hour or two at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In Emerson Park, as in much of London, lots of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so the back of the roof is often seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents when you book.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Check pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
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Prices for storm damage roof reports in Emerson Park
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Roof area
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- House, block, shop or office
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before you book.
What to let us know when you get in touch
We will usually ask about:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or send us an email, tell us about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
Wind, rain and roofs in Emerson Park
The wider area around Emerson Park has a long history of building, with Hare Hall about 1.2 miles north-west. 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. Outer London has a good many Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Shop and office owners around The Mercury Mall may find that a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Emerson Park is about 2 miles east of Romford, in Greater London. Emerson Park is one of many places we visit across Greater London, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Emerson Park is one of the places in Greater London we cover for storm damage roof reports. We also survey roofs in London.
Every address in RM11 and RM3 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Ernest Road, Nelmes Road and Maybush Road. If you’re just outside Emerson Park, we cover Ardleigh Green (1 mile north-west), Upminster Bridge (1 mile south), Hornchurch (1 mile south-west), Heath Park (1 mile west) and Harold Wood (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover London (15 miles west), St Pancras (15 miles west), Shoreditch (14 miles west), Walthamstow (11 miles west), Hoxton (14 miles west) and Whitechapel (13 miles west).
Around Emerson Park
Typical jobs here are in homes near Campion School, Havering College of Further and Higher Education and Haynes Park. For rail, the closest station is Emerson Park station, about 0.6 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Harold Wood Hospital (1.3 miles north) and Upminster Tithe Barn Museum of Nostalgia (1.2 miles south-east). Not far away are Hornchurch Cutting.
For landlords and managing agents
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Bigger roofs take more time, and they’re priced for the size.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects often fail in high winds. We record what looks recent and what looks older.
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, particularly where the nails have corroded. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
Emerson Park questions
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Emerson Park?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot, so mention what’s available when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Emerson Park?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
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.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There is no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Only from ground level or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
What we are asked to look at in Emerson Park
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Loose or torn flashings
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Homes near green spaces like Haynes Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- What experience they bring
- Their insurance cover
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?