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Storm damage roof report in North End, Essex
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you decide what to do next. Storm damage roof reports in North End, with photos and a clear written report.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Storm damage roof report in North End
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. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We survey chimney stacks, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips, and people most frequently book us about damage from fallen branches or debris and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls.
In a village or hamlet like North End, 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, which matters if you’re 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’s worth finding the cause soon.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- North End (CM6)
- Region
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What this survey can’t tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
If you’re unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in North End?
Others book after an insurer has queried a claim. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. What happens next is up to the insurer.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
If you own one of the older houses in the streets near Church of St Andrew, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Before you book anyone
- Are they insured for the work?
- When you will get the report
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a hamlet or village like North End, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
How to prepare
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Arrange a survey
Most bookings start with a short call: call 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we’ll ask about the building and what you need. You’ll have a price before anything is arranged.
Advice
Why get it checked now?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. An independent report can follow. Older cottages and farmhouses around North End can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, and water through a failed covering can rot timber if it’s left.
All our prices include VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why us?
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- Surveys seven days a week
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- 98% customer satisfaction
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
What we look for on each type of roof
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. We record any damage and where it is.
Ridge and hip tiles
Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. We photograph and describe the damage.
Places near North End
Other services in North End
North End: your questions answered
Is North End in the area you cover?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and North End is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in North End?
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.
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, which you can pass to your insurer.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Do you look in the loft space?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Wind, rain and roofs in North End
Weatherboarded walls and clay tile roofs are typical of older Essex buildings, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
If you look after a building like The Flitch Green Academy, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
North End is about 7 miles south-west of Braintree, in Essex. Wherever you are in North End, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. We cover towns and villages across Essex. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Storm damage roof reports in CM6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Bennett's Lane, Mill Road and Black Chapel Lane. We also cover the places around North End: Causeway End (1 mile north-east), Little Dunmow (1 mile north), Ford End (1 mile south-east), Felsted (1 mile north-east) and Brookstreet (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (8 miles south-east), Braintree (7 miles north-east), Harlow (14 miles west), Maldon (14 miles south-east), Billericay (15 miles south) and Witham (10 miles east).
Landmarks near North End
We work in homes and buildings around The Butchers Arms Public House. Other landmarks nearby include Little Easton Moat (4.7 miles north-west) and Broomfield Hospital (5.2 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Phyllis Currie Nature Reserve.