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Storm damage roof report in Tollesbury, Essex
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Tollesbury and the rest of Essex. We survey on any day of the week.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Cottages and farmhouses around Tollesbury 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 what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Arrange a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
Storm damage roof report in Tollesbury
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. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. We survey flashings, chimney stacks and gutters and fascias, and the problems we are asked to look at most are slates and tiles blown off the roof and lead lifted at abutments.
Roofs in small places like Tollesbury frequently stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Photographs show what each point refers to.
- Location
- Tollesbury (CM9)
- Wider area
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
Towns and villages near Tollesbury
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Do you need a storm damage roof report in Tollesbury?
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, backed up with photos.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Broken or displaced guttering
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary the Virgin, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
What to check before booking
- What experience they bring
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether VAT is added on top
What affects the price in Tollesbury
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The size of the roof
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
What to tell us when you contact us
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- When you need the report by
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What’s prompted the survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Tollesbury questions
Is my home in Tollesbury listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Does being near the coast affect roofs in Tollesbury?
Yes, coastal weather is harder on roofs: there is more wind, and more salt in the air. Exposed details such as ridges, verges, flashings and metal fixings are the ones to watch, and Tollesbury is within about 2 miles of the coast.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. Our report then records the roof.
Do you cover Tollesbury?
Yes, we do. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Tollesbury.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
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.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Practical tips
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Storm damage roof reports around Tollesbury
Tollesbury lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and being near the sea means more wind and salt than a roof inland would face. In a coastal gale, rain is driven sideways into laps, verges and flashings, and salt air slowly wears metal fixings. The wider area around Tollesbury has a long history of building, with Layer Marney Tower about 4.8 miles north. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Take a building like Tollesbury School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Tollesbury is about 7 miles east of Maldon, in Essex. Wherever you are in Tollesbury, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Our area takes in places right across Essex. Chelmsford is in our area too.
We cover every part of CM9 for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Station Road, High Street and East Street or a nearby road, we can survey it. We also cover Virley (2 miles north), Salcott-cum-Virley (2 miles north), St Lawrence Bay (3 miles south), Ramsey Island (3 miles south) and Bradwell Waterside (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Colchester (9 miles north), Chelmsford (15 miles west), Braintree (15 miles north-west), Clacton-on-Sea (14 miles east), Maldon (7 miles west) and Rayleigh (15 miles south-west).
Around Tollesbury
Typical jobs here are in homes near The King's Head Public House and the streets around them. A little further out are Maldon & District Agricultural & Domestic Museum (3.4 miles west). The countryside around Tollesbury includes Tollesbury Wick.
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.