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Storm Damage Roof Report in Hare Street
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Hare Street. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged pots on the stack
- New damp or leaks inside
Storm damage roof report in Hare Street: what you get
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. It is a photo-illustrated written report, sent by email. It doesn’t price the repairs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for that. Your insurer may also send its own loss adjuster. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. Common reasons to book are damaged pots on the stack and flat roof edges peeled back, across flat roofs, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips.
Roofs in small places like Hare Street often 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, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Hare Street (CM5)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leaks and storm damage in Hare Street
Older buildings in Essex frequently have clay tiles and weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. Hill Hall, about 3 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Hare Street. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Hare Street is about 5 miles north-west of Brentwood, in Essex. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Hare Street can all book storm damage roof reports. Hare Street is one of the places in Essex we cover for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Here we cover the CM5 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Little End (1 mile north-east), Stanford Rivers (1 mile north), Clatterford End (1 mile north-west), Marden Ash (2 miles north-east) and Navestock Heath (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (12 miles east), Basildon (13 miles south-east), Harlow (8 miles north-west), Brentwood (5 miles south-east), Billericay (9 miles east) and Loughton (7 miles west).
Around Hare Street
We work in homes and buildings around The Woodman Public House. Well-known places in the area include St. Margaret's Hospital (4.6 miles north-west). Not far away are Gernon Bushes.
When to book a survey in Hare Street
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
The streets around a church such as Church of St Margaret of Antioch are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Questions to ask before you book
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How soon the report will arrive
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Which limits apply to the survey
The survey, step by step
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take an hour or two on an ordinary house, and longer for a large or complex roof. Rural addresses near Hare Street can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
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What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- The outcome of a claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
Tips that help
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It is your record to use.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Hare Street: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Hare Street?
We do. The survey and report are the same in Hare Street as anywhere else.
How do I find out if my home in Hare Street is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if whoever owns or manages the building agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
How long does the survey take?
Expect it to take roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
How we price storm damage roof reports
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- How big the roof is
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you need to know.
What to let us know when you contact us
We’ll usually ask about:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Landlords, agents and building managers in Hare Street and across Essex can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.