Essex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Fiddlers Hamlet
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Fiddlers Hamlet, and put it all in a report with photographs.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
Fiddlers Hamlet roofs and the weather
The wider area around Fiddlers Hamlet has a long history of building, with Hill Hall about 1.4 miles south-east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For an older house near a landmark such as Saint Alban's Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. If you look after a building such as Ivy Chimneys Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you live near a park like Roughtalley's Wood, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Fiddlers Hamlet is about 4 miles north-east of Loughton, in Essex. We survey roofs in Fiddlers Hamlet and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Our area takes in places right across Essex, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Every address in CM16 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you are just outside Fiddlers Hamlet, we cover Steward's Green (1 mile west), Epping (1 mile north-west), Ivy Chimneys (1 mile west), Hobbs Cross (1 mile south) and Theydon Garnon (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns like Chelmsford (15 miles east), Harlow (6 miles north), Brentwood (9 miles south-east), Billericay (13 miles east), Loughton (4 miles south-west) and Waltham Abbey (5 miles west).
Around Fiddlers Hamlet
We work in homes and buildings around St John's Church of England Voluntary Controlled School, Roughtalley's Wood and The Merry Fiddlers pub, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find Epping Signalling Museum (0.8 miles west) and St. Margaret's Hospital (1.1 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Gernon Bushes.
How a storm damage roof report works in Fiddlers Hamlet
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, like covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. We survey chimney stacks, gutters and fascias and flat roofs, and people most often book us about holes or cracks caused by debris and new damp or leaks inside.
For a small place like Fiddlers Hamlet, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. It is useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Where
- Fiddlers Hamlet (CM16)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What happens on the day
Before we start, tell us why you’ve booked: 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 typically takes an hour or two for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere as small as Fiddlers Hamlet, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Let us know where we can park nearby
How to book
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
How we price storm damage roof reports
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Basic, Standard or Premium
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
You do not need to know any roofing terms. It is enough to tell us:
- What made you get in touch
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It is your record to use.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Checking the roof from ground level
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Questions from Fiddlers Hamlet
Do you carry out roof surveys in Fiddlers Hamlet?
Yes, Fiddlers Hamlet is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Fiddlers Hamlet listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It does not include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Only from the ground or from windows. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level, and we’ll record the rest.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. We record which are loose or damaged.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Fiddlers Hamlet
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 around your tenants.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.