Essex · London and the South East
Sheering Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Sheering, from an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Sheering
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 can’t tell you if your claim will succeed. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. If you’re worried about lead lifted at abutments and new damp or leaks inside, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Roofs in small places like Sheering often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly.
- Place
- Sheering (CM22)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
It is useful to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book.
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Places near Sheering
More services for Sheering
Storm damage roof reports around Sheering
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. About 3.5 miles north-east lies Barrington Hall, a reminder of how long the area around Sheering has been built on. If you own one of the older houses, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof.
For landlords with property near Sawbridgeworth station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Take a building like Hatfield Heath Primary School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Sheering is about 4 miles north-east of Harlow, in Essex. Bookings from Sheering are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. 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 CM22 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on The Street, High Pastures and The Plashets or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Lower Sheering (1 mile west), Sawbridgeworth (2 miles west), Gaston Green (2 miles north), Little Hallingbury (2 miles north) and Spellbrook (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (14 miles east), Harlow (4 miles south-west), Brentwood (13 miles south-east), Loughton (12 miles south-west), Saffron Walden (15 miles north) and Waltham Abbey (11 miles south-west).
What’s near Sheering
We work in homes and buildings around The Crown Inn, Gibberd Garden and Leventhorpe. Sheering’s nearest station is Sawbridgeworth station, roughly 1.2 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Harlow Mill (2.6 miles west) and Herts and Essex Hospital (4.3 miles north). For a walk, there is Portingbury Hills and Sawbridgeworth Marsh.
Common questions in Sheering
Do you carry out roof surveys in Sheering?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is Sheering within the area you cover?
Yes, Sheering is on our map. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
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.
What we cannot see
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Sheering
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
Common roof problems in Sheering
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. The decision still rests with the insurer.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Loose or torn flashings
- New damp or leaks inside
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Living close to Gibberd Garden is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What happens after the report arrives
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether the price includes VAT
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
What affects the price in Sheering
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Height and safe access
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 want to find out.
Getting in touch
A few details help us point you to the right survey and price. When you contact us, tell us:
- The property’s address and postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll ask a few questions about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We record what we can see of the fixings.
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. Each area is photographed and described.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to do much on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will take it from there. A typical survey takes an hour or two for most houses, and longer for a large or complex roof. In a hamlet or village like Sheering, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- 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.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Booking a survey
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.