Essex · London and the South East
Nounsley Storm Damage Roof Report
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Nounsley. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Nounsley
Nounsley is within about 5 miles of the coast, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. Wind lifts loose slates, tiles and ridge pieces, and driving rain finds any gap they leave. Older buildings in Essex frequently have clay tiles and weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Anyone responsible for a site like Hatfield Peverel Infant School will know that a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. With Danbury Place about 4 miles south-west, the area around Nounsley has a long history. Older roofs around here can leak at old repairs as readily as at original details.
Nounsley is about 3 miles south-west of Witham, in Essex. We survey roofs in Nounsley and the rest of Essex, as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. There’s also a page for Chelmsford.
We cover every part of the CM3 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. We cover properties on Priory Mews, Ulting Road and Priory Farm Road. Other places close to Nounsley include Ulting (1 mile south), Woodham Walter (2 miles south), Langford (2 miles east), Curling Tye Green (2 miles south-east) and Wickham Bishops (3 miles east). Larger places within reach include Colchester (15 miles north-east), Chelmsford (6 miles west), Basildon (15 miles south-west), Braintree (8 miles north), Maldon (4 miles south-east) and Billericay (12 miles south-west).
Around Nounsley
In Nounsley, that means homes and buildings near Maltings Academy and The Sportsmans Arms and the streets around them. The closest station to Nounsley is Hatfield Peverel station, about 1.3 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Priory Hospital (5.3 miles west). Open spaces near Nounsley include Danbury Ridge Nature Reserves.
Storm damage roof report in Nounsley: what you get
After a storm, it’s useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We are not loss adjusters and cannot tell you if your claim will succeed. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. We survey gutters and fascias, flashings and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are lead lifted at abutments and holes or cracks caused by debris.
Roofs in small places like Nounsley often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Place
- Nounsley (CM3)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Also in Nounsley
Checking the roof from ground level
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
FAQs for Nounsley
Is my home in Nounsley listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Nounsley?
Frequently, yes. Within about 5 miles of the sea, as Nounsley is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we cannot predict the outcome.
How many surveys have you done?
More than 5,000 surveys over 20+ years, across London and South East England.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. Shared roofs just need a little more planning, with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Nounsley?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or email us. Give us the address and a few details about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Nounsley
A storm frequently finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
Problems we come across often include:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
If you let a flat or house near Hatfield Peverel station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether the price includes VAT
- What experience they bring
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or email us with the addresses.
How we price storm damage roof reports
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we will explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.
How the survey works
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes roughly 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a hamlet or village like Nounsley, a postcode does not 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.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Book a survey
A quick phone call is usually the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or send us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
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When you need someone else
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Areas we can’t see safely
- A price for the repairs
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will point you to the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias