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Storm damage roof report in Epping Upland, Essex
Need a storm damage roof report in Epping Upland? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Storm damage roof report in Epping Upland: what you get
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We survey gutters and fascias, flat roofs and chimney stacks, and the problems we are asked to look at most are gutters pulled loose in the wind and slates and tiles blown off the roof.
Roofs in small places like Epping Upland frequently stand in the open, 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 written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Where
- Epping Upland (CM16)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Epping Upland
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.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we check
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
What we are asked to look at in Epping Upland
Others book after an insurer has queried a claim. An independent report gives you another view of the roof. What happens next is up to the insurer.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Damaged gutters and fascias
If you own a rental within reach of Harlow Town station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
What to check before booking
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Are they insured for the work?
- How soon the report will arrive
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. Our report says whether it looks freshly damaged or worn over time.
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
Storm damage roof reports around Epping Upland
Hill Hall, about 4.2 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Epping Upland. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Older buildings in Essex frequently have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and a good many post-war and modern estates besides. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Epping Upland CofE Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. The streets around a church such as Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Epping Upland is about 3 miles south of Harlow, in Essex. We survey roofs in Epping Upland and the rest of Essex. We cover towns and villages across Essex. You can also see our page for London.
All of CM16 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Epping Upland include Epping Green (1 mile north-west), Jack's Hatch (1 mile north-west), Broadley Common (2 miles north-west), Staple Tye (2 miles north) and Bumble's Green (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Harlow (3 miles north), Brentwood (11 miles south-east), Loughton (5 miles south), Waltham Abbey (4 miles south-west), Stansted Mountfitchet (13 miles north) and Harold Wood (11 miles south-east).
Near you in Epping Upland
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Thornwood Common Flood Meadow, The Cock and Magpie pub and Epping St Johns Church of England School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Harlow Town station, about 4.2 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Harlow Mill (5 miles north) and Epping Signalling Museum (2.1 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Gernon Bushes and Cheshunt Lake.
How the survey works
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where it applies. The survey usually takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a hamlet or village like Epping Upland, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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 is access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Epping Upland
Is my home in Epping Upland listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover Epping Upland?
Yes, Epping Upland is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Will you check the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is usually better. For older village homes like those around Epping Upland, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Why us?
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Package prices that include VAT
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.