Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Boxmoor
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Boxmoor, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photos.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- New damp or leaks inside
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Common questions in Boxmoor
Should a flat-roofed garage or porch in Boxmoor be checked too?
Often, yes, so mention it when you book. Many homes in new towns like Hemel Hempstead have flat-roofed garages and porches, and felt roofs often last around 15–20 years.
Is Boxmoor within the area you cover?
Yes. Boxmoor is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We work right across London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route as you book.
How many surveys have you done?
We have been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and the South East.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it is safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we cannot predict the outcome.
About our storm damage roof report in Boxmoor
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We’re not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. Typical surveys look at torn or lifted flat roof coverings and stains appearing after strong winds, on gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and flashings.
Chimney stacks on older houses around places like Boxmoor can let water in, through worn flaunching, failed pointing or lifted flashings. Damp in a chimney breast can have more than one cause, so it isn’t always obvious where it starts. It is worth looking at the stack from outside and at the timbers beside it in the loft.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: a seller or estate agent, an insurer, a roofer, a builder or a managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Boxmoor (HP1, HP3, HP2)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a report with photographs. On timing, it usually takes between one and two hours at most homes, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. For a survey in Boxmoor, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. 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.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Check we can get to the back of the property
Arrange a survey
To book a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
Advice
Practical tips
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
Why act early in Boxmoor
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, alongside any photos you took yourself. Around Boxmoor, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls, especially where trees overhang. Dealing with the cause is simple; drying out a wall is not.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you’d like to know.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Boxmoor
- 20+ years’ experience
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Photos and a written report every time
Wind, rain and roofs in Boxmoor
Hemel Hempstead, which Boxmoor is part of, is one of England’s post-war new towns. Homes from the post-war decades are common in the new towns, many with low-pitched roofs in concrete tiles and flat-roofed garages or porches. Low pitches let wind-driven rain reach further under the tiles, and flat-roofed garages and porches are common leak points. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. Your council and Historic England’s list will tell you where you stand, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
Trees in and around Gadebridge Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near Church of St John the Evangelist and Attached Church Hall, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. If you look after a building such as Boxmoor Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Boxmoor is about 1 mile south-west of Hemel Hempstead, in Hertfordshire. We survey roofs in Boxmoor as part of our work across London and South East England. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Boxmoor. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
All of HP1, HP3 and HP2 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Cardy Road, Heath Lane and London Road, all of which we cover. Boxmoor is on the A4251, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover Warner's End (1 mile north), Grovehill (1 mile north-east), Woodhall Farm (1 mile north-east), Apsley (1 mile south-east) and Hemel Hempstead (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Watford (7 miles south-east), St Albans (7 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (13 miles east), Harpenden (8 miles north-east), Hatfield (11 miles east) and Borehamwood (11 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Boxmoor
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Gadebridge Park, The Hemel Hempstead School and Fishery Inn. There’s a railway station in Boxmoor itself: Hemel Hempstead station. A little further out are Hemel Hempstead Hospital (0.7 miles north-east). Open spaces near Boxmoor include Long Deans.
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. Each area is photographed and described.
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Boxmoor
We survey roofs for letting agents and landlords as well as householders. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
What affects the price in Boxmoor
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: 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.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- The property’s address and postcode
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Boxmoor, ring 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.