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Storm Damage Roof Report in Benslow
Wondering about the roof at a property in Benslow? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Benslow and across Hertfordshire.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
About our storm damage roof report in Benslow
High winds normally affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. If you’ve noticed water coming in after the storm and holes or cracks caused by debris, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Around Benslow, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, at the flashings, the pointing or the mortar round the pots. Damp in a chimney breast can have more than one cause, so it isn’t always obvious where it starts. The stack, its flashings and the loft space beside it are all worth checking.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Place
- Benslow (SG4, SG5)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Surveys for landlords and agents in Benslow
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Benslow
Is Benslow in the area you cover?
Yes, Benslow is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details.
How do I find out if my home in Benslow is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can I challenge a declined storm 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.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If there is a loft and safe access to it, yes. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Benslow?
It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we’ll take it from there. Surveys run seven days a week.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
There’s no single figure. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Only from ground level or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground, and we will record the rest.
Other services in Benslow
How we price storm damage roof reports
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
Every price we give includes VAT. Prices start from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
Helping us price your survey
These details help when you contact us:
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Checking the roof from ground level
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, which helps when we look at the roof.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight.
How the survey works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. The visit usually takes between one and two hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Benslow is booked with the forecast in mind: drone flights and thermal imaging need the right conditions, while a look from ground level and the loft can go ahead in most weather.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Getting ready for the survey
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Storm damage roof reports around Benslow
Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there.
The streets around a church such as Church of the Holy Saviour are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. For landlords with property near Hitchin station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Anyone responsible for a site like William Ransom Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Benslow is about 1 mile east of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. Benslow gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Benslow. Milton Keynes is in our area too.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: SG4 and SG5. We cover properties on Water Lane, Riddy Lane and The Avenue and the roads around them. With the A505 close by, Benslow is simple for us to get to. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Hitchin (1 mile west), Poets Estate (1 mile east), Walsworth (1 mile north-east), Bearton (1 mile north-west) and Westmill (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Stevenage (5 miles south-east), St Albans (14 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (11 miles south), Harpenden (10 miles south), Hatfield (13 miles south) and Hertford (13 miles south-east).
Around Benslow
Around Benslow, our work takes us to homes and buildings near St Mary's Church, Kingshott School and Hitchin Girls' School and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include The Albert pub (under half a mile north-west) and Butts Close (0.8 miles west). There’s a railway station in Benslow itself: Hitchin station. Well-known places in the area include Wymondley Castle (1.4 miles south-east) and Lister Hospital (2.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Benslow includes Markham's Hill and Purwell Ninesprings.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- A decision on your insurance claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will tell you before you book. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Benslow
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs