Essex · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Witham, Essex
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Witham and the rest of Essex. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Roofs hit by falling trees
What happens if roof problems are left?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. Around Witham, gutters that overflow soak the wall below. At roof level, a loose tile or tired flashing does the same. Left alone, both only get worse.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, inc. VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both with VAT included. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Why book us in Witham
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Surveys seven days a week
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Witham
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. Common reasons to book are roofs hit by falling trees and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, across gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and flashings.
Strong winds lift loose tiles, slates and ridge pieces in towns like Witham as anywhere. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, though it varies. A report setting out the damage, with photographs, helps you explain what you’ve found. Policies typically exclude wear and tear, which is why the age of the damage matters.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It’s useful right away, and a good reference for later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Witham (CM8)
- Region
- Essex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Witham
Also in Witham
Witham roofs and the weather
In Essex, older buildings are often clay-tiled, many with weatherboarding, while many towns grew with post-war and newer estates. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
If you look after a building such as Maltings Academy, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. The streets around a church such as Witham United Reformed Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Witham is about 6 miles south-east of Braintree, in Essex. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Witham for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Witham is one of the places in Essex where we work for storm damage roof reports. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: CM8. That includes homes and businesses on Station Road, Market Lane and Guithavon Rise. Witham is on the B1018 and B1389, so it is easy for us to get to. If you are just outside Witham, we cover Little Braxted (1 mile east), Rivenhall End (2 miles north-east), Rivenhall (2 miles north), Faulkbourne (2 miles north-west) and Silver End (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (13 miles north-east), Chelmsford (8 miles south-west), Braintree (6 miles north-west), Maldon (5 miles south), Billericay (15 miles south-west) and Rayleigh (15 miles south).
What’s near Witham
In Witham, that means homes and buildings near Powers Hall Academy, The Crown Inn and Whet Mead and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Witham itself: Witham station. A little further out are Cressing Temple (2.7 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Shut Heath Wood.
What we do, step by step
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit normally takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Most visits in a town like Witham start at the front of the house and work round to the back. Rear gardens and side paths frequently give the best view of extensions and back slopes, so unlocked gates help. The loft comes next, where there’s safe access.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Witham, phone 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
What this survey can’t tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Estimates of repair costs
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will recommend the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roofs we survey in Witham
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
Before and after the survey
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Witham: your questions answered
Do you carry out roof surveys in Witham?
Yes, Witham is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is there anything to prepare before you come to Witham?
Mostly, it’s about access: the loft hatch, any locked gates and where to park in Witham. It also helps to know about any leaks or earlier repairs.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you will need a roofer’s quote for those.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where applicable.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
What we are asked to look at in Witham
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
Look out for signs like these:
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged ridges and hips
For landlords with property near Witham station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
What to check before booking
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How soon the report will arrive
- What the survey will not cover
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
Can I check my roof myself?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Do not go up yourself.