Essex · London and the South East
Great Canfield Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Great Canfield, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Storm damage roof report in Great Canfield: what you get
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. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We survey chimney stacks, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are water coming in after the storm and loose or torn flashings.
Somewhere as small as Great Canfield, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We check whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Great Canfield (CM6)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Great Canfield
Do you carry out roof surveys in Great Canfield?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Great Canfield within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
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.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we do not negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest.
What happens on the day
We’ll ask a few questions first, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about one to two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. Somewhere like Great Canfield needs a little journey planning: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there’s safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
- Let us know about parking near the property
Arrange a survey
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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Honest limits
This is not a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
Why it is worth a survey now in Great Canfield
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. Our report gives an honest view of both, so there are no surprises later. In a small place like Great Canfield, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 inc. VAT. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Great Canfield
- Every finding written up with photos
- Surveys seven days a week
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Different roofs, different checks
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. Each one is recorded with photos.
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
Towns and villages near Great Canfield
Also in Great Canfield
Landlords, agents and block managers in Great Canfield
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Great Canfield
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, and plenty of post-war and modern estates besides. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. With Barrington Hall about 2.9 miles west, Great Canfield sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of 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.
For landlords with property near Stansted Airport station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Great Canfield is about 3 miles south-west of Great Dunmow, in Essex. From houses to flats and shops in Great Canfield, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. We cover towns and villages across Essex, large and small. Chelmsford is in our area too.
All of CM6 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on The Street and Canfield Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Great Canfield include High Roding (1 mile east), Roundbush Green (2 miles south), Keeres Green (2 miles south), High Easter (2 miles south-east) and Stagden Cross (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (10 miles south-east), Braintree (11 miles east), Harlow (10 miles south-west), Brentwood (14 miles south), Billericay (15 miles south) and Witham (14 miles east).
Near you in Great Canfield
In Great Canfield, that means homes and buildings near The Black Lion Public House, among other places. The closest station to Great Canfield is Stansted Airport station, about 4.5 miles north-west. Nearby you will also find Little Easton Moat (3.8 miles north). For a walk, there’s Portingbury Hills.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Great Canfield?
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- New damp or leaks inside
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
If you live in an older home near Parish Church of St Mary, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What exactly goes into their report
- What experience they bring