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Matching Tye Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Matching Tye from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
For landlords and managing agents
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Matching Tye. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Storm damage roof report in Matching Tye: what you get
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Your policy document sets out its own definition. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Common reasons to book are slates and tiles blown off the roof and flat roof edges peeled back, across gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks.
In a village or hamlet like Matching Tye, 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, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Matching Tye (CM17)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from each safe vantage point, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. It normally takes an hour or two for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Somewhere as small as Matching Tye, access is frequently the only tricky part. 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.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- 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
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Book a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you’re ready.
Related advice
What we are asked to look at in Matching Tye
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, backed up with photos.
It is worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- New damp or leaks inside
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damaged flat roof membrane
If you own a rental within reach of Harlow Mill station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Before booking anyone
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Their insurance cover
- What happens after the report arrives
What happens if roof problems are left?
Damage left open lets in more rain. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. Matching old materials, like handmade tiles or stone slates, can take time to source. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book with us
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- An independent look at the roof
- Package prices that include VAT
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
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Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Matching Tye
Do you carry out roof surveys in Matching Tye?
Yes, Matching Tye is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Will you come out to Matching Tye?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach, and the report makes that clear.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our price is 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 tell me if my claim will be paid?
Only your insurer can decide that. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- Which survey package you book
- Roof area
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- House, block, shop or office
All our prices include VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your survey before booking.
What to let us know when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. It helps to include:
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Wind, rain and roofs in Matching Tye
In Essex, older buildings are often clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, alongside plenty of post-war and newer estates. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. About 4.5 miles north-east lies Barrington Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Matching Tye has been built on. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Homes near green spaces such as Gibberd Garden can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If your house is among the older ones in the streets near Parish Church of St Mary, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Matching Tye is about 3 miles east of Harlow, in Essex. We cover Matching Tye and the rest of Essex. Our area takes in places right across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for Chelmsford.
Storm damage roof reports in CM17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Rainbow Road and Harlow Road. Close by, we survey roofs in Matching (1 mile north-east), Housham Tye (1 mile west), Loyter's Green (1 mile south), Newman's End (1 mile north) and Magdalen Laver (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (13 miles east), Harlow (3 miles west), Brentwood (12 miles south-east), Billericay (14 miles south-east), Loughton (11 miles south-west) and Waltham Abbey (10 miles south-west).
Around Matching Tye
Around Matching Tye, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Gibberd Garden. For rail, the closest station is Harlow Mill station, roughly 2.7 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Harlow Mill (2.9 miles west) and Mark Hall Cycle Museum (2.9 miles west). The countryside around Matching Tye includes Sawbridgeworth Marsh.