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Storm Damage Roof Report in Wakes Colne
Storm damage roof reports in Wakes Colne and the rest of Essex. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Damaged gutters and fascias
About our storm damage roof report in Wakes Colne
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you are worried about new damp or leaks inside and loose or torn flashings, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flashings, ridges and hips and slate and tile slopes alike.
In a village or hamlet like Wakes Colne, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. We check whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
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.
- Location
- Wakes Colne (CO6)
- Region
- Essex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Wakes Colne
Is Wakes Colne within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Wakes Colne listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It does not include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
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.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please don’t climb onto the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, like when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. For a village or hamlet like Wakes Colne, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about narrow lanes, gates, long drives and where we can park. On the day, we inspect what can be seen safely, inside and out.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Leave side gates unlocked
Arrange a survey
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
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Do you need a storm damage roof report in Wakes Colne?
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Lead lifted at abutments
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Barnabas, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How they’ll see the roof: from the ground, the loft, the roof or by drone
- Whether you get a written report with photos
Tips that help
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
Why it is worth a survey now in Wakes Colne
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It sets out what we found and the likely cause, alongside any photos you took yourself. For older village homes like those around Wakes Colne, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Wakes Colne
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Prices that include VAT
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Surveys on any day of the week
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
What a survey costs
Our packages start from £150, inc. VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Building height and the viewpoints available
Every price we give includes VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Prices start from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What to let us know when you get in touch
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Wind, rain and roofs in Wakes Colne
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. 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. Clay tiles and timber weatherboarding mark out many of the older buildings in Essex, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you look after a building like Chappel Church of England Controlled Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. Trees in and around Colne Valley shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.
Wakes Colne is about 5 miles east of Halstead, in Essex. Whether the building in Wakes Colne is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed. Wakes Colne is one of the towns and villages in Essex where we work for storm damage roof reports. Chelmsford is in our area too.
Here we cover the CO6 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Streets in the area include Station Road, The Street and Colchester Road, all of which we cover. Wakes Colne is on the A1124, which makes it simple to reach. We also cover the places around Wakes Colne: Chappel (1 mile south), Rose Green (1 mile south-east), Swan Street (1 mile south), White Colne (1 mile west) and Great Tey (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Colchester (7 miles east), Braintree (9 miles west), Maldon (14 miles south), Witham (10 miles south-west), Camulodunum (6 miles south-east) and Halstead (5 miles west).
Landmarks near Wakes Colne
Around Wakes Colne, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Colne Valley and The Swan pub and the streets around them. Wakes Colne has its own railway station: Chappel & Wakes Colne station. Well-known places in the area include Mount Bures (2.5 miles north) and Halstead Hospital (5.2 miles west). For a walk, there is Sergeants Orchard.
Also near Wakes Colne
Also in Wakes Colne
Landlords, agents and block managers in Wakes Colne
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the survey around it.