Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Brickendon
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Brickendon, and put it all in a written report with photos.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged gutters and fascias
About our storm damage roof report in Brickendon
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that’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. We survey slate and tile slopes, flashings and flat roofs, and people most often book us about damaged pots on the stack and gaps where slates or tiles have gone.
Being in a small place like Brickendon makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. It helps to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It’s useful straight away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Brickendon (SG13)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlord and commercial surveys in Brickendon
Letting agents and landlords in Brickendon book surveys as well as homeowners. A written report with photos gives you a clear record of the roof.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Questions from Brickendon
Will you come out to Brickendon?
Yes, Brickendon is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Brickendon?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we will agree the details when you book.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect what can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Brickendon?
To book, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you want to find out. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground.
It helps to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us as you book.
Nearby places to Brickendon
Other services in Brickendon
What we are asked to look at in Brickendon
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photos.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- New damp or leaks inside
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
Landlords with a home close to Bayford station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- What the survey will not cover
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Leaks and storm damage in Brickendon
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. Older buildings may be listed or sit 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 Holy Cross & St Alban are often among the oldest in a place, and if you own one of the older houses nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Brickendon is about 3 miles west of Hoddesdon, in Hertfordshire. We survey roofs in Brickendon and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Brickendon and the places around it. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of SG13 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Wormley West End (2 miles south-east), Goose Green (2 miles east), Horns Mill (2 miles north), High Leigh (2 miles east) and Woollensbrook (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Watford (15 miles south-west), Stevenage (11 miles north), St Albans (11 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (13 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (6 miles north-west) and Harpenden (12 miles west).
Landmarks near Brickendon
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Farmer's Boy pub, among other places. Brickendon’s nearest station is Bayford station, about 0.6 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find The National Speedway Museum (1.2 miles south-east) and Hertford County Hospital (2.8 miles north). Open spaces near Brickendon include Cheshunt Lake and Danemead.
Useful tips for Brickendon property owners
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner, before and after a survey:
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- File receipts for anything you pay for
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that’s worrying you. After that, we check everything we can see safely. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Somewhere like Brickendon needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? It is easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
Advice
What this survey cannot tell you
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- The outcome of a claim
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings