Essex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Kelvedon
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Kelvedon, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
The survey, step by step
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photos as we go and make notes for the report. It usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. For a survey in Kelvedon, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. Let us know about any garages, outbuildings or extensions you want included.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.
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How a storm damage roof report works in Kelvedon
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. We note signs of each: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. If you are worried about gutters pulled loose in the wind and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, flashings and slate and tile slopes alike.
Older cottages and houses around Kelvedon may have roofs with little or no underlay. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Whether it is long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are frequently the first clue.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Kelvedon (CO5)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports around Kelvedon
Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, alongside plenty of post-war and newer estates. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. Historic houses like Layer Marney Tower, about 4.2 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Kelvedon goes. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
If you let a flat or house near Kelvedon station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. The streets around a church such as Parish Church of St Mary are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. If you live near a park such as Brockwell Meadows, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Kelvedon is about 4 miles north-east of Witham, in Essex. Anywhere in Kelvedon, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. Kelvedon is one of the places in Essex we cover for storm damage roof reports. There is also a page for Chelmsford.
Every address in CO5 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. You will find streets such as High Street, Church Road and Station Road, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Kelvedon: Feering (1 mile north-east), Stocks Green (2 miles north-east), Windmill Hill (2 miles south-east), Messing (2 miles east) and Skye Green (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Colchester (9 miles north-east), Chelmsford (11 miles south-west), Braintree (7 miles north-west), Maldon (8 miles south), Witham (4 miles south-west) and Camulodunum (8 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Kelvedon
In Kelvedon, that means homes and buildings near The George Inn, Parish Church of All Saints and Thurstable School Sports College and Sixth Form Centre and the streets around them. Kelvedon has its own railway station: Kelvedon station. Nearby you’ll also find Laundry & Mangle Museum (2.6 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Tiptree Heath Nature Reserve.
What we cannot see
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Estimates of repair costs
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will suggest the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Kelvedon
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, alongside any photos you took yourself. With lower homes, common in places like Kelvedon, there’s little between a roof defect and the ceiling, so water can show inside quickly once it gets past the covering. Finding the cause first saves a second job inside.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
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Kelvedon questions
Is Kelvedon within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Kelvedon?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
How long is the visit?
It typically takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we cannot predict the outcome.
How many surveys have you done?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
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.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Kelvedon
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Landlords, agents and building managers in Kelvedon and across Essex can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Checking the roof from the ground
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.