Thurrock · London and the South East
Horndon on the Hill Storm Damage Roof Report
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Horndon on the Hill from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged flat roof membrane
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Horndon on the Hill
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photographs.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Loose or torn flashings
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- New damp or leaks inside
For landlords with property near Stanford-Le-Hope station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Before booking anyone
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- Their track record with similar roofs
- What insurance they carry
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Horndon on the Hill
High winds normally affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. If you are worried about lead lifted at abutments and damage from fallen branches or debris, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and flat roofs alike.
In a village or hamlet like Horndon on the Hill, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Horndon on the Hill (SS17)
- Wider area
- Thurrock
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near Horndon on the Hill
Also in Horndon on the Hill
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
The survey, step by step
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes an hour or two for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere like Horndon on the Hill needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it’s safe.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Arrange a survey
You can call us seven days a week. To book or ask a question, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Acting for you with the insurer
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
Storm damage roof reports in Horndon on the Hill: local notes
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Horndon on the Hill, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
The streets around a church like Church of St Peter and St Paul are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Eastgate Shopping Centre, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Horndon on the Hill is about 1 mile west of Stanford-le-Hope, in Thurrock. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Horndon on the Hill for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Across Thurrock, we cover Horndon on the Hill and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
We survey roofs across SS17 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Mill Lane, Francis Close and Stephens Crescent, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Horndon on the Hill: Balstonia (1 mile east), Stanford-le-Hope (1 mile east), Corringham (3 miles east), Langdon Hills (3 miles north) and Great Berry (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Grays (4 miles south-west), South Ockendon (5 miles west), Chadwell St Mary (3 miles south-west), Aveley (7 miles west), Tilbury (5 miles south) and South Stifford (5 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Horndon on the Hill
Around Horndon on the Hill, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Grove House Wood, St Clere's School and Swan Inn. The closest station to Horndon on the Hill is Stanford-Le-Hope station, roughly 1.1 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Orsett Hospital (1.9 miles south-west) and Eastgate Shopping Centre (3.9 miles north-east). Not far away are Horndon Meadow.
How we price storm damage roof reports
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What kind of property and roof it is
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Common questions in Horndon on the Hill
Is the coastal weather around Horndon on the Hill hard on roofs?
Generally, yes: wind and salt air take more of a toll near the sea. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Horndon on the Hill?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Horndon on the Hill
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.