Essex · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in The Green
Storm damage roof reports in The Green and the rest of Essex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Loose or torn flashings
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Storm damage roof report in The Green: what you get
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. We survey flashings, chimney stacks and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are ridge tiles that have come loose and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind.
For a small place like The Green, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned in advance. It is useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
You receive the findings by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- The Green (CM8)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you’re not relying only on your own photos. In a small place like The Green, homes can be exposed to wind and rain, which finds any gap, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
All our prices include VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before you book.
What you get with us
- A written report with photographs
- Visits on any day of the week
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- PI and public liability insurance
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. Damage is photographed and described.
When to book a survey in The Green
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Problems we come across often include:
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
If you live in an older home near St Barnabas, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- What happens after the report arrives
- What the survey will not cover
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in The Green
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
Towns and villages near The Green
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Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
The Green: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in The Green?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Is The Green in the area you cover?
Yes, The Green is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. It’s a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
How do I book a survey in The Green?
It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will point you to the right survey. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
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, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
Storm damage roof reports in The Green: local notes
Older buildings in Essex often have clay tiles and weatherboarding, with post-war and more recent estates making up much of the newer housing. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
Landlords with a home close to Cressing station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. Take a building like Cressing Primary School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
The Green is about 3 miles south of Braintree, in Essex. We visit The Green as part of our work across Essex. The Green is one of the towns and villages in Essex where we work. Chelmsford is in our area too.
We work across the CM8 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Black Notley (1 mile north-west), Tye Green (1 mile north-east), Hawbush Green (1 mile north-east), White Notley (1 mile south-east) and Long Green (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns like Colchester (14 miles east), Chelmsford (8 miles south-west), Braintree (3 miles north), Maldon (9 miles south-east), Witham (4 miles south-east) and Camulodunum (13 miles east).
What’s near The Green
We work in homes and buildings around Braintree Sixth Form and The Plough pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Cressing station, roughly 0.5 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include William Julien Courtauld Hospital (2.4 miles north-west) and Cressing Temple (1.7 miles east). Open spaces near The Green include Sandylay and Moat Woods.
The survey, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey typically takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a small place like The Green, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Book a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. You will know the price before anything is booked.