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Storm damage roof report in Hornchurch, Greater London
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Hornchurch. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Stains appearing after strong winds
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. Each area is photographed and described.
Storm damage roof report in Hornchurch: what you get
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from the ground or a window, and never climb up. 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. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. If you’ve noticed damaged ridges and hips and holes or cracks caused by debris, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In London, leaks frequently start somewhere hidden: the valley gutter in a butterfly roof, a parapet gutter, a chimney flashing or the flat roof over a rear extension. Whether you’re tracing a leak or recording storm damage in Hornchurch, those are among the first places to look. Water from a hidden gutter can run along joists and show up a room or two away.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Place
- Hornchurch (RM12, RM11, RM14, RM1)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- Estimates of repair costs
- A decision on your insurance claim
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Hornchurch
Is my home in Hornchurch listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Hornchurch?
It depends on the street. Where there are permit zones, a visitor permit or nearby pay-and-display bay works well.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground, and we’ll record the rest.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from the ground first if it is safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it is applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Do you cover Hornchurch?
Yes. Hornchurch is part of the area we cover.
Also near Hornchurch
More services for Hornchurch
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords and letting agents in Hornchurch book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
How the survey works
Before we start, let us know why you’ve booked: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. London terraces rarely offer a view of the whole roof from one spot, so in Hornchurch we work round the house, using the street, the windows, the loft and any safe vantage point behind it. Shared stairs or a basement flat? Tell us who holds the keys.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there is access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
How to book
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
Related advice
Leaks and storm damage in Hornchurch
Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. If your home in Hornchurch is one of them, bay roofs, hips and later dormers each have their own details. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. Hare Hall, about 1.8 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Hornchurch. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Langtons Infant School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. Take an older house close to Saint George's Church: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near The Brewery, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Hornchurch is about 6 miles south-west of Brentwood, in Greater London. We cover Hornchurch and the rest of Greater London. Hornchurch is one of the places in Greater London we cover for storm damage roof reports. There’s also a page for London.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: RM12, RM11, RM14 and RM1. We cover properties on High Street, The Avenue and Stanley Road and the roads around them. Hornchurch sits on or near the A125, which makes travel easy. Other places close to Hornchurch include Upminster Bridge (1 mile east), Heath Park (1 mile north-west), Emerson Park (1 mile north-east), Hacton (2 miles south) and Ardleigh Green (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover London (14 miles west), St Pancras (14 miles west), Shoreditch (13 miles west), Walthamstow (10 miles west), Hoxton (13 miles west) and Whitechapel (13 miles west).
Around Hornchurch
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Abbs Cross Academy and Arts College, J.J. Moon's pub and St. Andrew's Park, among other places. The nearest railway station is Emerson Park station, about 0.7 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Upminster Tithe Barn Museum of Nostalgia (1.9 miles east) and The Brewery (1.8 miles north-west). Not far away are Hornchurch Cutting.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Hornchurch
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: 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.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
You can learn a lot from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.