Essex · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Good Easter, Essex
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Good Easter, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Broken or displaced guttering
How a storm damage roof report works in Good Easter
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we cannot say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. If you’ve noticed water coming in after the storm and torn or lifted flat roof coverings, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks alike.
Many homes in small places like Good Easter face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Good Easter (CM1)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Older rural homes like those around Good Easter can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints, and anything we cannot see is noted.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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How we price storm damage roof reports
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- House, block, shop or office
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The shape of the roof and its details
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we can help you choose.
What to let us know when you contact us
What helps most when you contact us:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will explain the options and the price.
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails frequently fail first. We check whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
FAQs for Good Easter
Do you carry out roof surveys in Good Easter?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Good Easter is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Do you cover smaller places like Good Easter?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Our reports start from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
Does someone need to be in?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in; we’ll agree the details when booking.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Your policy document will say.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
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What else we do in Good Easter
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Good Easter
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Church of St Andrew, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. Around Good Easter, as everywhere, small roof faults are simplest to sort before they let water in.
Good Easter is about 6 miles north-west of Chelmsford, in Essex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Good Easter can all book storm damage roof reports, with a written report and photographs every time. Good Easter is one of the towns and villages in Essex where we work. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
Storm damage roof reports in CM1 are booked the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes and businesses on Mill Road, Souther Cross Road and School Road. Other places close to Good Easter include Chalk End (1 mile south), Mashbury (2 miles east), Margaret Roding (2 miles west), Leaden Roding (2 miles north-west) and Boyton Cross (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (6 miles south-east), Basildon (15 miles south), Braintree (11 miles north-east), Harlow (10 miles west), Brentwood (11 miles south) and Maldon (14 miles east).
Near you in Good Easter
Other landmarks nearby include Broomfield Hospital (4.7 miles east) and Willingale Doe (3 miles south-west).
What you can safely check yourself
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
Why act early in Good Easter
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly usually means less damage overall. Outbuildings and barns around Good Easter are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Good Easter
- 98% customer satisfaction
- An independent view of the roof
- Clear package prices, including VAT
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
See our cost guide or two real surveys.