Essex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Rickling Green
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Rickling Green. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and the South East.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Loose or torn flashings
Should I look at the roof myself first?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Storm damage roof report in Rickling Green: what you get
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. Our report records both: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. We’re often asked to look into damaged pots on the stack and water coming in after the storm, on ridges and hips, gutters and fascias and flashings.
Being in a small place like Rickling Green makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Where
- Rickling Green (CB11)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a hamlet or village like Rickling Green, 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.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Getting a price
Unsure which package suits your roof? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Storm damage roof reports around Rickling Green
About 4.8 miles east lies Horham Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Rickling Green has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead. Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, alongside lots of post-war and newer estates. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you let a flat or house near Newport (Essex) station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you live in an older home near Church of Quendon, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Rickling Green is about 5 miles south of Saffron Walden, in Essex. If you’re in Rickling Green, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Essex, large and small. There is also a page for Chelmsford.
We survey roofs across CB11 for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Rickling Green Road, Hallfield and Brick Kiln Lane or anywhere close by, we can help. Other places close to Rickling Green include Wicken Bonhunt (2 miles north-west), Manuden (2 miles south-west), Hill Green (2 miles north-west), Clavering (3 miles north-west) and Berden (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Harlow (13 miles south), Saffron Walden (5 miles north), Great Dunmow (9 miles south-east), Stansted Mountfitchet (3 miles south), Great Notley (15 miles south-east) and Newhall (12 miles south).
Near you in Rickling Green
Typical jobs here are in homes near Cricketers Public House and the streets around them. The closest station to Rickling Green is Newport (Essex) station, about 2.3 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Herts and Essex Hospital (5.8 miles south) and House On The Hill Toy Museum (3.1 miles south). The countryside around Rickling Green includes Aubrey Buxton Nature Reserve.
What this survey cannot tell you
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- A decision on your insurance claim
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Rickling Green
Do you carry out roof surveys in Rickling Green?
Yes, Rickling Green is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know about the property.
Is Rickling Green within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we can’t predict the outcome.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. You will then get the report by email.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
Practical tips
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Roof by roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. We photograph and describe each one.
Nearby places to Rickling Green
What else we do in Rickling Green
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How big the roof is
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
What to let us know when you contact us
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It’s useful to include:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The property’s address and postcode
Getting a price is simple: just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and give us a few details about the property and we will explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.