Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Garston Storm Damage Roof Report
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Garston. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us across London and South East England.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Lead lifted at abutments
Storm damage roof reports around Garston
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. With High Elms Manor about 1 mile north-west, Garston sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Garston station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Trees in and around Garston Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Garston is about 2 miles north of Watford, in Hertfordshire. Bookings from Garston are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Garston and the places around it. We also survey roofs in London.
We survey roofs across the WD25, WD24 and AL2 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on First Avenue, Third Avenue and Fifth Avenue. If you are just outside Garston, we cover Meriden (1 mile south), Leavesden (1 mile north-west), North Watford (1 mile south), Aldenham (2 miles south-east) and Watford (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Hemel Hempstead (6 miles north-west), St Albans (5 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (11 miles north-east), Harpenden (9 miles north), Cheshunt (14 miles east) and Hatfield (8 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Garston
We work in homes and buildings around Francis Combe Academy and Garston Park and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Garston itself: Garston station. Nearby you will also find Leavesden Hospital (1.4 miles north-west) and Charter Place (2.3 miles south). For a walk, there is Longspring Wood and Verulamium Lake.
How a storm damage roof report works in Garston
Our storm damage report starts from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It is not a repair quote and does not include repair costs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. If you’re worried about damaged pots on the stack and holes or cracks caused by debris, a survey will tell you what’s going on, whatever the roof.
Houses in smaller places like Garston can stand more in the open, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. A leak that only appears in certain weather frequently points to an exposed detail. Let us know when it happens when you get in touch. Gutters and downpipes on the exposed side are worth a look as well.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Where
- Garston (WD25, WD24, AL2)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
We also survey roofs for businesses and commercial landlords, from shops and offices to industrial units. Bigger roofs take more time, so they’re priced to suit.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Checking the roof from ground level
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry, as it helps us focus the survey.
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What we do, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. With a bit of garden around a house, as there frequently is around Garston, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. Inside, the loft is looked at where it can be reached safely.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Getting a price
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know where you stand. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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FAQs for Garston
Do you cover smaller places like Garston?
Yes, Garston is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Garston is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
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.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
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.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Garston?
It is easiest to phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Tell us the address and a little about the roof. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
Roof by roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
When to book a survey in Garston
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Lead lifted at abutments
- New damp or leaks inside
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Flat roof edges peeled back
The streets around a church such as Stanborough Park Church are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
What to check before booking
- What experience they bring
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Are they insured for the work?
What else we do in Garston
What happens if roof problems are left?
If the damage is partly wear and tear, it is better to know. We record storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Around Garston, leaves and moss in gutters lead to overflowing water and damp walls. It’s easy to sort the cause early and slow to dry a damp wall.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why us?
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- 98% customer satisfaction
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