Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Buntingford Storm Damage Roof Report
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Buntingford from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damaged flat roof membrane
How a storm damage roof report works in Buntingford
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. If you’ve noticed slates and tiles blown off the roof and damage from fallen branches or debris, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
In older homes around places like Buntingford, the underlay may be old bitumen felt, or there may be none at all. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Finding where it gets in, and whether it’s old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. Wet battens and insulation in the loft are frequently the first clue.
Nothing in the report is left vague: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that’s said too.
- Where
- Buntingford (SG9)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Buntingford
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
If you look after a building like Millfield First and Nursery School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Buntingford is in Hertfordshire. Buntingford gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photographs and a clear written report. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Buntingford and the places around it. There is also a page for Chelmsford.
Surveys in SG9 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Market Hill, Station Road and High Street and the roads around them. Buntingford sits on or near the B1038, which makes travel easy. We also cover the places around Buntingford: Layston (1 mile north-east), Aspenden (1 mile south), Westmill (1 mile south), Wyddial (1 mile north-east) and Chipping (2 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (7 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (9 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (13 miles south-west), Hitchin (11 miles west), Hoddesdon (13 miles south) and Hertford (11 miles south).
Local landmarks in Buntingford
In Buntingford, that means homes and buildings near Freman College and The Jolly Sailors pub, among other places. Nearby you will also find Anstey Hales Farm (3.7 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Hawkins Wood.
Before and after the survey
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
If anything in the report is not clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- How big the roof is
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What to let us know when you get in touch
We will usually ask about:
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
We confirm the exact price before booking, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- A price for the repairs
- Areas we can’t see safely
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
What we’re asked to look at in Buntingford
Others book after an insurer has queried a claim. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. We cannot say whether the decision will change.
We are often asked to look at:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged ridges and hips
If you live in an older home near Church of St Peter, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Are they insured for the work?
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Buntingford
Is Buntingford in the area you cover?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Buntingford is part of that. Just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Is Buntingford within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We aren’t loss adjusters and do not act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Only from ground level or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
How do I book a survey in Buntingford?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we are allowed to reach.
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey typically takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Some parts of a survey depend on the weather, so a visit to Buntingford 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.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- Let us know about parking before the day
Book a survey
If you have photos of the roof, send them over. Take them safely from the ground or a window, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
Also in Buntingford
Can I check my roof myself?
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.