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Storm Damage Roof Report in Lanham Green
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a storm damage roof report in Lanham Green and across Essex.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Storm damage roof report in Lanham Green: what you get
After a storm, it’s useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We are not loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. We survey chimney stacks, flashings and slate and tile slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are damage from fallen branches or debris and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks.
Many homes in small places like Lanham Green face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report is written in plain words, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photograph where possible.
- Location
- Lanham Green (CM77)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports around Lanham Green
Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, alongside lots of post-war and newer estates. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
If you look after a building such as Cressing Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. If you own a rental within reach of Cressing station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Lanham Green is about 2 miles south-east of Braintree, in Essex. Wherever you are in Lanham Green, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Lanham Green is one of the places in Essex where we work for storm damage roof reports. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Here we cover the CM77 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Close by, we survey roofs in Cressing (1 mile south-west), Perry Green (1 mile east), Bradwell (1 mile north-east), Silver End (1 mile south-east) and Stisted (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (13 miles east), Chelmsford (10 miles south-west), Maldon (10 miles south), Witham (4 miles south), Camulodunum (11 miles east) and Halstead (6 miles north).
Around Lanham Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Three Ashes pub and Alec Hunter Academy, among other places. The closest station to Lanham Green is Cressing station, roughly 1.4 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Cressing Temple (1.8 miles south) and William Julien Courtauld Hospital (2.8 miles west). Open spaces near Lanham Green include Belcher's and Broadfield Woods.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
How the survey works
It’s useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. The visit typically takes about one to two hours at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. Around Lanham Green, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Lanham Green, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Lanham Green?
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
Here are some of the things we see frequently:
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of All Saints, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
What to check before booking
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- A price for the repairs
- The outcome of a claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps with budgets and planning.
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 with less disruption.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- House, block, shop or office
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. The price is confirmed before booking.
What we need to know
We’ll normally ask about:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Anything about access we should know
To book a survey, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We’ll confirm the price before you book.
Common questions in Lanham Green
Is my home in Lanham Green listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Lanham Green?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you look in the roof space?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning. Mention it when you get in touch and we will explain what’s needed.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.