Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Ashwell, Hertfordshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Ashwell, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Get in touch for a price.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Ashwell
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. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a report with photographs to give to your insurer. If you’ve noticed stains appearing after strong winds and lead lifted at abutments, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on gutters and fascias, flat roofs and ridges and hips alike.
In older homes around places like Ashwell, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Once the slates or tiles let water past, there is little to stop it reaching the ceiling. Whether it’s long-term wear or recent damage makes a difference to what happens next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are often the first clue.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Location
- Ashwell (SG7)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
Leaks and storm damage in Ashwell
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Hinxworth Place, about 1.8 miles west, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Ashwell. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Landlords with a home close to Ashwell & Morden station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Ashwell Primary School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Ashwell is about 5 miles north-east of Letchworth, in Hertfordshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Ashwell and the surrounding area. Ashwell is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire where we work. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
Storm damage roof reports in SG7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on High Street, Station Road and Alms Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Ashwell End (1 mile west), Bury End (2 miles west), Newnham (2 miles south-west), Caldecote (2 miles west) and Hinxworth (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Stevenage (9 miles south), Hitchin (8 miles south-west), Letchworth (5 miles south-west), Letchworth Garden City (5 miles south-west), Stotfold (4 miles south-west) and Baldock (4 miles south).
Around Ashwell
Typical jobs here are in homes near Rose And Crown Public House. The nearest railway station is Ashwell & Morden station, about 2 miles east. A little further out are Bygrave House (2.2 miles south) and Fairfield Hospital (4.8 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Fox Covert.
Questions from Ashwell
Is my home in Ashwell listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Will you come out to Ashwell?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. Access is agreed with you when you book.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t 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 if the roof was already worn?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t included, so ask a roofer to quote.
How we price storm damage roof reports
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Which survey package you book
- House, block, shop or office
- How big the roof is
For a price for your roof in Ashwell, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What to let us know when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. It is useful to include:
- What made you get in touch
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. From there it is a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
Checking the roof from ground level
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
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.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ashwell
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out in order of urgency where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Ashwell?
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Here are some of the things we see often:
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Lead lifted at abutments
If you live in an older home near St Mary's Church, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Questions to ask before booking
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What happens after the report arrives
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What insurance they carry
How the survey works
Photos are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a smaller place like Ashwell, as anywhere, the forecast plays a part: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from the ground and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.