Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Batford
Know where you stand with the roof before you spend money on it. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Batford, with photos and a clear written report.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
How a storm damage roof report works in Batford
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. We’re often asked to look into damaged gutters and fascias and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, across ridges and hips, flashings and chimney stacks.
Houses in smaller places like Batford can stand more in the open, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that is a useful clue. It helps to know when and where the water appears. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
You receive the findings 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.
- Where
- Batford (AL5, AL4)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. A visit to Batford is planned like any other: the time, the access and where to park are agreed in advance. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is typically the easiest start: ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email, and we will ask about the building and what you need. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Advice
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Batford
With Childwickbury Manor about 2.9 miles south, Batford sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Crabtree Infants' School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. For an older house near a landmark such as All Saints, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. If you own a rental within reach of Harpenden station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Batford is about 1 mile north-east of Harpenden, in Hertfordshire. Batford is one of many places we visit across Hertfordshire, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Batford and the places around it. For surveys nearby, see our Milton Keynes page.
All of AL5 and AL4 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Common Lane, Station Road and Marquis Lane. Other places close to Batford include Harpenden (1 mile south-west), Lea Valley (1 mile east), Mackerye End (1 mile north-east), Bower Heath (1 mile north) and The Folly (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Watford (11 miles south), Hemel Hempstead (7 miles south-west), Stevenage (9 miles north-east), St Albans (5 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (6 miles east) and Hitchin (9 miles north).
Local landmarks in Batford
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Bistro Gautier at the Amble Inn, Sir John Lawes School and Lydekker Park, among other places. Batford’s nearest station is Harpenden station, roughly 0.6 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include St Albans City Hospital (4.1 miles south) and Harpenden Museum (0.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Batford includes Verulamium Lake and Wheathampstead Local Nature Reserve.
Can I check my roof myself?
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, which helps when we look at the roof.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What a survey costs
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Which survey package you book
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
What to let us know when you get in touch
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- What’s prompted the survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Ridge and hip tiles
The ridge and hips are among the most exposed parts of a roof. We record any that have lifted, cracked or come away.
Honest limits
Every survey has limits, and it’s better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- A price for the repairs
- Acting for you with the insurer
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we check
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
Batford questions
Is Batford within the area you cover?
Yes. Batford is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Batford is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Tell us which days suit you when you book.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it is safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Also near Batford
What else we do in Batford
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Photograph the damage safely from below
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.