Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Charlton, Hertfordshire
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Charlton from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Damaged pots on the stack
Storm damage roof report in Charlton
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. If you’ve noticed torn or lifted flat roof coverings and slates and tiles blown off the roof, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
For a small place like Charlton, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
We keep jargon out of it: if work is needed, the report says so clearly, and where it can wait, that is said too.
- Place
- Charlton (SG5)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Why it is worth a survey now in Charlton
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Acting quickly typically means less damage overall. For an older or listed building in a place like Charlton, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
Why book with us
- Drones and thermal imaging where it applies
- An independent look at the roof
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Plain-English reports with photos
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
Charlton roofs and the weather
If your home is older, it is worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Changes that affect a listed building’s special interest need listed building consent, and councils can also use Article 4 directions to control changes in conservation areas. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you look after a building such as Highbury Infant School and Nursery, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. For landlords with property near Hitchin station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near St Mary's Church, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Charlton is about 1 mile south-west of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. We survey roofs in Charlton and the rest of Hertfordshire. We cover towns and villages across Hertfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Milton Keynes page covers surveys nearby.
We cover every part of the SG5 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. If you’re just outside Charlton, we cover Gosmore (1 mile south-east), Hitchin (1 mile north-east), Benslow (1 mile north-east), Bearton (1 mile north) and Westmill (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Hemel Hempstead (15 miles south-west), Stevenage (5 miles south-east), St Albans (13 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (11 miles south), Harpenden (9 miles south) and Hatfield (12 miles south).
What’s near Charlton
We work in homes and buildings around Hitchin Boys' School, The Three Moorhens Public House and Kingshott School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Hitchin station, about 1.4 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are North Hertfordshire Museum (0.8 miles north-east) and Lister Hospital (3.3 miles east). For a walk, there is Markham's Hill and Oughtonhead Nature Reserve.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Charlton
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
The survey, step by step
When we arrive, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take about one to two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Rural addresses near Charlton can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What a storm damage roof report does not cover
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
Charlton questions
Is my home in Charlton listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will you come out to Charlton?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. Our area covers London and the South East. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
How long is the visit?
Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The report follows by email.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Charlton?
To book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and find a day that suits.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. We check the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
How are storm damage reports priced?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not part of the report.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. We record the damage, with photographs and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Can I check my roof myself?
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book and it will help the survey.
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.