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Storm damage roof report in Greensted Green, Essex
Storm damage roof reports around Greensted Green, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Greensted Green
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems like corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. We survey slate and tile slopes, flashings and gutters and fascias, and common reasons people get in touch are loose or torn flashings and damaged flat roof membrane.
Roofs in small places like Greensted Green frequently stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Greensted Green (CM5)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we’re asked to look at in Greensted Green
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Anyone responsible for a site like The Ongar Academy will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- What insurance they carry
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
FAQs for Greensted Green
How do I find out if my home in Greensted Green is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Greensted Green within the area you cover?
Yes, Greensted Green is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. Roofs over flats are often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We can only inspect what we’re given access to.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t included, so ask a roofer to quote.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Only from ground level or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
Each policy has its own definition. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
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What we can’t see
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
The survey, step by step
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Somewhere as small as Greensted Green, access is frequently the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.
Advice
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Greensted Green
When we price a survey, we consider:
- The size of the roof
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Getting in touch
We’ll usually ask about:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
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’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Before and after the survey
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. If that does not resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Wind, rain and roofs in Greensted Green
Hill Hall, about 3.2 miles south-west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Greensted Green. 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. Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, alongside a good many post-war and newer estates. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
Trees in and around Weald Common Flood Meadows shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters. For an older house near a landmark like Greensted Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Greensted Green is about 6 miles south-east of Harlow, in Essex. We cover Greensted Green and the rest of Essex. Our Essex coverage includes Greensted Green. You can also see our page for Chelmsford.
We survey roofs across the CM5 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Streets in the area include Greensted Road and Toot Hill Road, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Greensted Green, we cover Greensted (1 mile east), Bovinger (1 mile north), Shelley (2 miles east), Chipping Ongar (2 miles east) and Bobbingworth (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Chelmsford (12 miles east), Basildon (14 miles south-east), Harlow (6 miles north-west), Brentwood (7 miles south-east), Billericay (11 miles south-east) and Loughton (7 miles south-west).
What’s near Greensted Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Green Man pub and Weald Common Flood Meadows and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include St. Margaret's Hospital (3.5 miles west). Open spaces near Greensted Green include Gernon Bushes.