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Storm damage roof report in Clothall, Hertfordshire
Storm damage roof reports in Clothall, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
How a storm damage roof report works in Clothall
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. If you’re worried about holes or cracks caused by debris and ridge tiles that have come loose, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and flashings alike.
For a small place like Clothall, the inspection is the same as anywhere: the journey and access are just planned in advance. It’s useful to know where the water appears, in what weather, and what you’ve seen outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photographs of the water coming in, they help as well.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Clothall (SG7)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
You can learn a lot from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
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Also in Clothall
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, especially where the nails have corroded. Our report notes moved slates and any sign of older corrosion.
When you need someone else
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
Clothall roofs and the weather
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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list, ideally before any re-roofing is planned.
Landlords with a home close to Baldock station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Take a building like Weston Primary School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Clothall is about 3 miles east of Letchworth, in Hertfordshire. Clothall is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Clothall. There is also a page for Milton Keynes.
Storm damage roof reports in SG7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Weston (1 mile south-west), Wallington (2 miles north-east), Baldock (2 miles north-west), St Nicholas (3 miles south) and Rooks Nest (4 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Stevenage (4 miles south), Bishop's Stortford (15 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (12 miles south), Harpenden (14 miles south-west), Hitchin (5 miles west) and Hatfield (15 miles south).
Near you in Clothall
We work in homes and buildings around The Knights Templar School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Baldock station, roughly 2.2 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include First Garden City Heritage Museum (3.1 miles west) and Clothall Castle (less than half a mile south-east). The countryside around Clothall includes Pryor's Wood.
For landlords and managing agents
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
What we do, step by step
It is useful to start with what’s prompted the survey: buying, a leak, storm damage, new work or just wanting to know where things stand. That way we can focus on what matters to you. Most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a small place like Clothall, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
How to prepare
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you are ready.
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Questions from Clothall
How do I find out if my home in Clothall is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Clothall within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Do you use drones?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
Bigger, taller and commercial roofs take more time to survey, so the price reflects that. You will know the figure before booking.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Clothall, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you’d like to know help us give you an accurate price.