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Storm damage roof report in Latton, Essex
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Latton. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Lead lifted at abutments
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
How a storm damage roof report works in Latton
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Check your own policy wording. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. The claim decision rests with your insurer. If you’re worried about cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and new damp or leaks inside, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Many homes in small places like Latton 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 record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Latton (CM17, CM18, CM20)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
Storm damage roof reports around Latton
Latton is part of Harlow, one of the post-war new towns. Many homes in the new towns date from the post-war decades, with concrete interlocking tiles, low-pitched roofs and flat-roofed garages and porches. Low pitches let wind-driven rain reach further under the tiles, and flat-roofed garages and porches are common leak points. Listing and conservation areas can both shape what roof work is allowed on an older home. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand.
Landlords with a home close to Harlow Town station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Trees in and around Harlow Marsh shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. The streets around a church like Church of St Andrew are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Latton is about 1 mile south-east of Harlow, in Essex. We survey roofs in Latton and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and the South East. Across Essex, we cover Latton and the places around it. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Here we cover the CM17, CM18 and CM20 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on London Road, Minton Lane and Tumbler Road and the roads around them. You will find Latton on the A414, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover Harlow (1 mile north-west), Mark Hall South (1 mile north-west), Newhall (1 mile north-east), Bush Fair (1 mile south-west) and Netteswell (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like Brentwood (12 miles south-east), Loughton (8 miles south), Waltham Abbey (7 miles south-west), Great Dunmow (13 miles north-east), Epping (5 miles south) and Stansted Mountfitchet (10 miles north).
Landmarks near Latton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Passmores Academy, Harlow Marsh and Purple Emperor pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Harlow Town station, roughly 1.7 miles north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Princess Alexandra Hospital (1.7 miles west) and Mark Hall Cycle Museum (0.9 miles north). The countryside around Latton includes Hunsdon Mead.
Why it is worth a survey now in Latton
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. We record storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. For older village homes like those around Latton, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Why book with us
- Plain-English reports with photos
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Package prices that include VAT
Read what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
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How the survey works
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Somewhere as small as Latton, access is frequently the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the roof space where it’s safe.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
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FAQs for Latton
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Latton?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
My home in Latton has a flat-roofed garage or porch. Is it worth having that looked at?
It’s often worth it, as these roofs are easy to forget. Cement sheet roofs on buildings from before 2000 may contain asbestos, so a specialist asbestos surveyor should check before they’re disturbed.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What if the roof was already worn?
Insurers usually exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we will plan the survey around it.
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Keep these in mind:
- Estimates of repair costs
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- How big the roof is
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Booking your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.