Essex · London and the South East
Roydon Storm Damage Roof Report
Need a storm damage roof report in Roydon? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Loose or torn flashings
When to book a survey in Roydon
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Loose or torn flashings
If you live near a park such as Hawkenbury Meadow, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.
Questions to ask before you book
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Are they insured for the work?
- Their report turnaround times
Storm damage roof report in Roydon
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, like covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. If you’ve noticed lead lifted at abutments and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Many homes in small places like Roydon face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Place
- Roydon (CM19)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Roydon roofs and the weather
Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, and a good many post-war and modern estates besides. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
If you own a rental within reach of Roydon station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. For an older house near a landmark such as St Peter's Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Roydon is about 3 miles north-east of Hoddesdon, in Essex. We survey roofs in Roydon and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Roydon is one of the towns and villages in Essex we cover. There is also a page for Chelmsford.
We cover every part of CM19 for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on High Street, Temple Mead and Church Mead or a nearby road, we can help. We also cover the places around Roydon: Halls Green (1 mile south), Roydon Hamlet (1 mile south), Stanstead Abbotts (2 miles north-west), Tylerscross (2 miles south-east) and Great Parndon (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Harlow (3 miles east), Brentwood (15 miles south-east), Loughton (9 miles south), Waltham Abbey (6 miles south), Great Dunmow (15 miles north-east) and Epping (6 miles south-east).
What’s near Roydon
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to White Hart Public House and Hawkenbury Meadow and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Roydon itself: Roydon station. Other landmarks nearby include Lowewood Museum (2.5 miles south-west) and Princess Alexandra Hospital (2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Hunsdon Mead.
Nearby places to Roydon
Other services in Roydon
What this survey cannot tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- A decision on your insurance claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in Roydon
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
Roydon questions
Do you carry out roof surveys in Roydon?
Yes, Roydon is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
Is Roydon within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Do you look in the loft space?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
How long is the visit?
It normally takes an hour or two for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. We will confirm the timing when you book.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
Only your insurer can decide that. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Roydon
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.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
How the survey works
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older roofs in small places like Roydon can have low, tight loft spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Keep pets in another room
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Related advice
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Roydon
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- House, block, shop or office
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How big the roof is
- Height and safe access
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where it applies) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
What to let us know when you contact us
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
How the survey changes by roof type
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. We photograph each gap.
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are often where flat roof coverings start to peel back. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.