Essex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Henham
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Henham. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
When to book a survey in Henham
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
Look out for signs like these:
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Water coming in after the storm
If you own a rental within reach of Elsenham station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
What to check before booking
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
- Which limits apply to the survey
About our storm damage roof report in Henham
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. It sets out what is damaged, with photographs, and what we think the likely cause is. It’s yours to pass to your insurer. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We are not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. We survey flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias, and people most frequently book us about flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and torn or lifted flat roof coverings.
Roofs in small places like Henham frequently stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Place
- Henham (CM22)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Henham
Is Henham in the area you cover?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
How do I find out if my home in Henham is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
How many surveys have you done?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys can be booked for any day of the week: Monday to Friday, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Old flashings that were already loose can give way in a storm. We record what looks recent and what looks older.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. Our report says whether it looks freshly damaged or worn over time.
The survey, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. Most visits take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Around Henham, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before the survey
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Book a survey
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Related advice
Why act early in Henham
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from the ground if it is safe. Those photos show the damage as it was. Outbuildings and barns around Henham are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book us in Henham
- Prices that include VAT
- Photographs and a written report every time
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See our cost guide and our case studies.
What a survey costs
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. These are the things that affect it:
- The roof’s overall size
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
To find out what your survey will cost, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We’ll confirm the figure before booking.
What we need to know
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The property’s address and postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What made you get in touch
We confirm the price for the job before booking, so you know the cost up front. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Storm damage roof reports in Henham: local notes
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. About 2.7 miles east lies Horham Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Henham has been built on. If yours is one of the older homes, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary the Virgin, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Henham and Ugley Primary and Nursery School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Henham is about 6 miles north-east of Bishop's Stortford, in Essex. Henham is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. We cover towns and villages across Essex. Chelmsford is in our area too.
We cover every part of CM22 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. We cover properties on High Street, The Row and Crow Street and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Henham: Elsenham (2 miles south-west), Ugley Green (2 miles south-west), Fuller's End (2 miles south-west), Ugley (2 miles west) and Broxted (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Braintree (14 miles east), Harlow (13 miles south-west), Saffron Walden (6 miles north), Great Dunmow (6 miles south-east), Stansted Mountfitchet (3 miles south-west) and Great Notley (13 miles east).
Around Henham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Cock Inn and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Elsenham station, roughly 1.2 miles south-west. A little further out are Little Easton Moat (4.7 miles south-east) and Herts and Essex Hospital (5.6 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Aubrey Buxton Nature Reserve.
What this survey can’t tell you
It is useful to know what a survey will not do before booking:
- Areas we can’t see safely
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips