Essex · London and the South East
Tillingham Storm Damage Roof Report
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Tillingham.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Storm damage roof report in Tillingham: what you get
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. Our report records both: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. Common reasons to book are broken or displaced guttering and lead lifted at abutments, on ridges and hips, chimney stacks and flashings.
Roofs in small places like Tillingham 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, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Tillingham (CM0)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes between one and two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Older rural homes like those around Tillingham can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
We survey roofs on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Tillingham
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
What we are asked to look at in Tillingham
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Loose or torn flashings
- New damp or leaks inside
- Broken or displaced guttering
Landlords with a home close to Southminster station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Are they insured for the work?
- What exactly goes into their report
Storm damage roof reports around Tillingham
The coast is about 2 miles or less from Tillingham. What counts as a storm is set by each policy, often gusts of around 55 mph, and the insurer makes the decision. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas.
Take an older house close to Church of St Nicholas: leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Tillingham is about 9 miles east of Maldon, in Essex. Tillingham gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Across Essex, we cover Tillingham and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Every address in CM0 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on Vicarage Lane, Mill Road and Marsh Road. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Dengie (1 mile south), Asheldham (2 miles south-west), Southminster (3 miles south-west), Steeple (3 miles west) and Stoneyhills (5 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like Colchester (13 miles north), Clacton-on-Sea (14 miles north-east), Maldon (9 miles west), Rayleigh (14 miles south-west), Witham (13 miles north-west) and Rochford (11 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Tillingham
In Tillingham, that means homes and buildings near The Cap And Feathers Public House, among other places. The closest station to Tillingham is Southminster station, about 3.1 miles south-west of the centre. Open spaces near Tillingham include Dengie SPA.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects frequently fail in high winds. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. We record which are damaged and where.
What this survey cannot tell you
Before booking, it is worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Slate and tile slopes
Nearby places to Tillingham
What else we do in Tillingham
Questions from Tillingham
Is Tillingham within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
How do I find out if my home in Tillingham is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
There’s no single figure. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photos and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is 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.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly typically means less damage overall. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Tillingham, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book us in Tillingham
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photos and a written report every time
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.