Essex · London and the South East
Greensted Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Greensted. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
How a storm damage roof report works in Greensted
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you’ve noticed stains appearing after strong winds and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Somewhere as small as Greensted, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We look at whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Greensted (CM5)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. Its limits include:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- A decision on your insurance claim
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
Storm damage roof reports in Greensted: local notes
With Hill Hall about 3.8 miles south-west, Greensted sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, 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 site and facilities teams at buildings like Chipping Ongar Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. The streets around a church such as Greensted Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Greensted is about 5 miles east of Epping, in Essex. We provide storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Greensted and nearby. Greensted is one of the places in Essex we cover for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Storm damage roof reports in CM5 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Chipping Ongar (1 mile east), Greensted Green (1 mile west), Shelley (1 mile north-east), High Ongar (2 miles east) and Bobbingworth (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (11 miles east), Basildon (13 miles south-east), Harlow (7 miles north-west), Brentwood (6 miles south-east), Billericay (10 miles south-east) and Loughton (8 miles south-west).
What’s near Greensted
In Greensted, that means homes and buildings near Two Brewers Public House and The Ongar Academy. Well-known places in the area include St. Margaret's Hospital (4.4 miles west). Open spaces near Greensted include Gernon Bushes.
How it works
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Greensted often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Find any records of previous roof work
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Places near Greensted
What else we do in Greensted
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Greensted
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Greensted?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s 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.
Is Greensted in the area you cover?
Yes, Greensted is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Greensted as anywhere else.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you as you book.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so the building owner or managing agent needs to agree access. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
How we price storm damage roof reports
To price your survey, we look at:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The roof’s overall size
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, with VAT included, for a Basic Survey. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for your survey before you book.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What’s prompted the survey
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. We photograph each gap.
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are frequently where flat roof coverings start to peel back. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.