Essex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Herongate
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Herongate, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Storm damage roof report in Herongate
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We’re frequently asked to look into broken or displaced guttering and ridge tiles that have come loose, across flashings, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks.
Roofs in small places like Herongate 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, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Where
- Herongate (CM13)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. We record any damage and where it is.
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We record what we can see of the fixings.
Also near Herongate
Also in Herongate
Leave it or get it looked at?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. For an older or listed building in a place like Herongate, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Surveys seven days a week
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- An independent view of the roof
See our cost guide and our case studies.
What happens on the day
You do not need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Rural addresses near Herongate can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
FAQs for Herongate
Do you cover smaller places like Herongate?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Herongate?
Yes, Herongate is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
Each policy has its own definition. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
How long does the survey take?
It typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. You will then get the report by email, on the timescale of your package.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We check everything that can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the roof space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Before and after the survey
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when booking and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Leaks and storm damage in Herongate
About 4.8 miles north lies Ingatestone Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Herongate has been built on. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, and plenty of post-war and modern estates besides. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Brentwood County High School will know that a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. For landlords with property near West Horndon station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. The streets around a church like St Andrew's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Herongate is about 3 miles south-east of Brentwood, in Essex. Anywhere in Herongate, we can come and survey your property. Herongate is one of the places in Essex we cover for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Every address in CM13 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Brentwood Road, Hernshaw and Cricketers Row. Close by, we survey roofs in East Horndon (1 mile south), Childerditch (2 miles south-west), West Horndon (2 miles south), Little Warley (2 miles south-west) and Bulphan (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (11 miles north-east), Basildon (5 miles east), Brentwood (3 miles north-west), Canvey Island (11 miles south-east), Billericay (4 miles north-east) and Rayleigh (11 miles east).
Near you in Herongate
In Herongate, that means homes and buildings near Green Man Inn and the streets around them. Herongate’s nearest station is West Horndon station, roughly 2 miles south. A little further out are Brentwood Community Hospital (2.4 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Thorndon Park.