Essex · London and the South East
Swan Street Storm Damage Roof Report
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Swan Street from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Cottages and farmhouses around Swan Street often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there’s access.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
Storm damage roof report in Swan Street
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. If you’ve noticed lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and lead lifted at abutments, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on ridges and hips, flashings and gutters and fascias alike.
For a small place like Swan Street, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
The written findings come 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
- Swan Street (CO6)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Water can get in where ridge tiles have moved. We photograph and describe the damage.
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. Damage is photographed and described.
What we can’t see
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- The outcome of a claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- A price for the repairs
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
Towns and villages near Swan Street
Also in Swan Street
Leave it or get it looked at?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from ground level. That keeps a record of how it looked. In a place like Swan Street, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
What you get with us
- Every finding written up with photos
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
When to book a survey in Swan Street
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
A survey can pick up problems like:
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Loose or torn flashings
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near Church of St Barnabas, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What experience they bring
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether VAT is added on top
What a survey costs
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Roof area
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you need to know.
Getting in touch
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The kind of building and roof involved
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Leaks and storm damage in Swan Street
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, alongside plenty of post-war and newer estates. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. England has around 10,000 conservation areas and about 500,000 listed buildings. If your home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission, so the council is the place to ask.
Landlords with a home close to Chappel & Wakes Colne station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. If you look after a building such as Chappel Church of England Controlled Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Swan Street is about 5 miles south-east of Halstead, in Essex. Swan Street gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Swan Street is one of the towns and villages in Essex where we work. Our Chelmsford page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across the CO6 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Chappel (1 mile north), Great Tey (1 mile south), Wakes Colne (1 mile north), Rose Green (1 mile north-east) and White Colne (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Colchester (7 miles east), Braintree (8 miles west), Maldon (13 miles south), Witham (9 miles south-west), Camulodunum (6 miles east) and Halstead (5 miles north-west).
Around Swan Street
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Swan pub and the streets around them. Swan Street’s nearest station is Chappel & Wakes Colne station, about 1 mile north-east. A little further out are Halstead Hospital (5.3 miles north-west) and Mount Bures (3.4 miles north). Not far away are Sergeants Orchard.
Common questions in Swan Street
Is Swan Street in the area you cover?
Yes, Swan Street is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Swan Street?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll explain what’s needed.
How are storm damage reports priced?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed when booking.