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Storm damage roof report in Great Bentley, Essex
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Great Bentley, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- New damp or leaks inside
About our storm damage roof report in Great Bentley
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from the ground or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. Common reasons to book are damaged flat roof membrane and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, on slate and tile slopes, gutters and fascias and flashings.
Around Great Bentley, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, at the flashings, the pointing or the mortar round the pots. Damp on a chimney breast is not always rain from above, which is why it is worth tracing properly. It is worth looking at the stack from outside and at the timbers beside it in the loft.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, like when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Great Bentley (CO7)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. The report shows each damaged area.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. We record any that have lifted, cracked or come away.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. The main factors are:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What to let us know when you get in touch
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- What’s prompted the survey
When you are ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Can I check my roof myself?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
Leaks and storm damage in Great Bentley
The coast is about 4 miles or less from Great Bentley. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. Thorpe Hall, about 4.4 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Great Bentley. On older houses around here, roofs often 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.
For landlords with property near Great Bentley station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. If you look after a building such as Great Bentley Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Great Bentley is about 5 miles north-west of Clacton-on-Sea, in Essex. From houses to flats and shops in Great Bentley, the roof can be surveyed. We cover towns and villages across Essex. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
Every address in CO7 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. You will find streets such as Station Road, Forge Lane and Moors Close, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Great Bentley: Aingers Green (1 mile south), Frating Green (2 miles north-west), South Heath (2 miles south), Thorrington (2 miles south-west) and Frating (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Colchester (8 miles west), Clacton-on-Sea (5 miles south-east), Harwich (10 miles north-east), Camulodunum (9 miles west), Greenstead (6 miles north-west) and Tiptree (14 miles west).
Local landmarks in Great Bentley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Plough Inn and the streets around them. Great Bentley has its own railway station: Great Bentley station. The countryside around Great Bentley includes Weeleyhall Wood.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, a roof survey has limits:
- Areas we can’t see safely
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
What happens on the day
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey typically takes an hour or two at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Being in a smaller place like Great Bentley does not change how the visit works: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it’s safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- 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
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we’re coming
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
How to book
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Great Bentley, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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FAQs for Great Bentley
Is Great Bentley within the area you cover?
Yes, Great Bentley is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Great Bentley?
Places near the sea get more wind and more salt in the air than inland, and both are hard on roofs. Salt corrodes metal fixings and flashings, and wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We’re not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
How do I book a survey in Great Bentley?
Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address. We’ll ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our reports start from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Useful tips for Great Bentley property owners
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It is your record to use.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.