Essex · London and the South East
Lambourne Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Lambourne, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
Storm damage roof report in Lambourne
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We survey flashings, flat roofs and gutters and fascias, and common reasons people get in touch are slipped or missing slates or tiles and ridge tiles that have come loose.
In a village or hamlet like Lambourne, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We look at everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Place
- Lambourne (RM4)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Lambourne
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Lambourne questions
Do you cover Lambourne?
Yes, Lambourne is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Will you come out to Lambourne?
Yes. Lambourne is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Will you check the loft?
Normally, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside cannot, like damp timbers, staining or daylight.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
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’s safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
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What happens on the day
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, it normally takes between one and two hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a small place like Lambourne, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- 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.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
How to book
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. We record which are loose or damaged.
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
Common roof problems in Lambourne
Storms don’t only affect pitched roofs. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Flat roof edges peeled back
The streets around a church such as Parish Church of St Mary and All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Questions to ask before you book
- Will the report include photos?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- What experience they bring
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Lambourne
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The shape of the roof and its details
- The size of the roof
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to tell us:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- What made you get in touch
- The address and postcode of the property
If you are buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Wind, rain and roofs in Lambourne
Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, 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. Hill Hall, about 2.2 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Lambourne. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, 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 Lambourne Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Lambourne is about 3 miles east of Loughton, in Essex. Anywhere in Lambourne, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our Essex coverage includes Lambourne and the places around it. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the RM4 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. If you’re just outside Lambourne, we cover Abridge (1 mile north-west), Lambourne End (1 mile south), Stapleford Abbotts (2 miles south-east), Theydon Garnon (2 miles north) and Hobbs Cross (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Basildon (15 miles east), Harlow (9 miles north), Brentwood (7 miles east), Billericay (12 miles east), Loughton (3 miles west) and Waltham Abbey (6 miles north-west).
What’s near Lambourne
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Maltsters Arms Public House and Debden Park High School and the streets around them. Nearby you will also find Epping Signalling Museum (3.5 miles north) and Claybury Hospital (4 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Hainault Lodge.