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Storm Damage Roof Report in Mount Bures
Wondering about the roof at a property in Mount Bures? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Mount Bures and across Essex, with plain-English findings.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- New damp or leaks inside
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Storm damage roof report in Mount Bures: what you get
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and can’t say whether a claim will be paid. We survey gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and ridges and hips, and common reasons people get in touch are holes or cracks caused by debris and water coming in after the storm.
Somewhere as small as Mount Bures, older roofs have often been repaired many times. 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. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it is worth finding the cause soon.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Place
- Mount Bures (CO8)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe. Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older rural homes like those around Mount Bures can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Let us know about parking before the day
Book a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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What a storm damage roof report looks like in Mount Bures
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you let a flat or house near Bures station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Mount Bures is in Essex. Whether the building in Mount Bures is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Mount Bures is one of the towns and villages in Essex where we work. There’s also a page for Chelmsford.
We cover every part of the CO8 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Hall Road and Old Barn Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Mount Bures include Bures (1 mile north), Bures Green (2 miles north), Lamarsh (2 miles north), Wakes Colne (2 miles south) and Alphamstone (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (7 miles south-east), Braintree (10 miles south-west), Witham (12 miles south-west), Camulodunum (7 miles south-east), Halstead (6 miles west) and Heybridge (15 miles south).
Near you in Mount Bures
In Mount Bures, that means homes and buildings near The Eight Bells Public House, among other places. The nearest railway station is Bures station, about 0.9 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Halstead Hospital (5.7 miles west). Not far away are Sergeants Orchard.
FAQs for Mount Bures
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Mount Bures?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is Mount Bures in the area you cover?
Yes, Mount Bures is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Mount Bures?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. We survey seven days a week.
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.
Common roof problems in Mount Bures
Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. Your insurer still makes the decision.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St John the Baptist, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Places near Mount Bures
What else we do in Mount Bures
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Estimates of repair costs
- A decision on your insurance claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Slates often outlast the nails that hold them. The report records whether slipped slates look like storm damage or older wear.
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.