Essex · London and the South East
Margaretting Storm Damage Roof Report
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Margaretting from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
About our storm damage roof report in Margaretting
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. If you are worried about cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and slates and tiles blown off the roof, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias alike.
In a village or hamlet like Margaretting, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Where
- Margaretting (CM4)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
The visit typically starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the loft space where it can be reached. All told, expect an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a small place like Margaretting, access is usually the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
Getting a price
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
Nearby places to Margaretting
What else we do in Margaretting
Tips that help
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Never climb onto the roof yourself.
Common roof problems in Margaretting
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. We record the damage and where it is, backed up with photos.
Look out for signs like these:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Loose or torn flashings
Landlords with a home close to Ingatestone station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Before you book anyone
- How long the report takes to arrive
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Are they insured for the work?
- What exactly goes into their report
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Honest limits
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- How your policy defines a storm
- A decision on your insurance claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
Wind, rain and roofs in Margaretting
About 1.8 miles north-east lies Hylands, a reminder of how long the area around Margaretting has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. 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.
Take a building like Anglo European School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you live in an older home near Church of St Margaret, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Margaretting is about 4 miles north of Billericay, in Essex. We provide storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Margaretting. Our Essex coverage includes Margaretting and the places around it.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: CM4. Whether your property is on Wantz Road, Penny's Lane and Maldon Road or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover Margaretting Tye (1 mile east), Stock (2 miles south-east), Galleywood (3 miles east), Billericay (4 miles south) and Ramsden Heath (4 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (5 miles north-east), Basildon (8 miles south), Braintree (15 miles north-east), Harlow (14 miles north-west), Brentwood (6 miles south-west) and Maldon (12 miles east).
What’s near Margaretting
In Margaretting, that means homes and buildings near The Red Lion Inn, among other places. The closest station to Margaretting is Ingatestone station, roughly 2 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Peter Edwards Museum And Library (3.7 miles north-east) and Chelmsford and Essex Hospital (2.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Margaretting includes Norsey Wood.
Margaretting questions
Is Margaretting within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you cover Margaretting?
Yes, Margaretting is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when booking.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It varies by policy. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We are a CAA-registered drone operator.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Why act early in Margaretting
Leaving storm damage can let water into the roof space and rooms below. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. Older cottages and farmhouses around Margaretting can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Margaretting
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Every finding written up with photos
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Surveys on any day of the week
Read what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.