Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Graveley, Hertfordshire
A careful look at the roof at your property in Graveley, with photographs and a written report.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Graveley
Is Graveley within the area you cover?
Yes, Graveley is covered. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Graveley?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about 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.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the roof space, someone has to give us access, while outside access can be discussed as you book.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it is disturbed.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
We carry out surveys on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from the ground first if it’s safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Graveley
After a storm, it is useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We are not loss adjusters, and we cannot say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. We survey flat roofs, ridges and hips and gutters and fascias, and people most often book us about new damp or leaks inside and loose or torn flashings.
In a village or hamlet like Graveley, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
The report doesn’t just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend.
- Where
- Graveley (SG4)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Wind, rain and roofs in Graveley
Historic houses like Knebworth House, about 4.4 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Graveley goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you look after a building such as Graveley Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. If you own a rental within reach of Stevenage station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Mary, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Graveley is about 2 miles north-west of Stevenage, in Hertfordshire. If you’re in Graveley, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our area takes in places right across Hertfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Milton Keynes is in our area too.
We cover every part of the SG4 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on High Street, Oak Lane and Ashwell Close or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Graveley: Todd's Green (1 mile south-west), Great Wymondley (1 mile north-west), Little Wymondley (1 mile west), Titmore Green (1 mile south-west) and Lower Titmore Green (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover St Albans (14 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (10 miles south), Harpenden (10 miles south-west), Hitchin (3 miles west), Hoddesdon (15 miles south-east) and Hatfield (12 miles south).
Near you in Graveley
Around Graveley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Waggon And Horses Public House, Church of Saint Nicholas and The John Henry Newman School and the streets around them. The closest station to Graveley is Stevenage station, roughly 2.4 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Wymondley Castle (1.1 miles west) and Stevenage Museum (2.4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Purwell Ninesprings.
What you can safely check yourself
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, and look for staining, damp timber or daylight coming through.
When you need someone else
In fairness, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- Estimates of repair costs
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
What happens if roof problems are left?
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from ground level if it’s safe. That keeps a record of how it looked. Older and listed buildings around Graveley may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
One thing that affects the price is the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Graveley
- 20+ years’ experience
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Package prices that include VAT
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
See our cost guide and our case studies.
For landlords and managing agents
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The roof’s overall size
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- The property’s address and postcode
- What’s prompted the survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. Most surveys take an hour or two at a typical home, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. Somewhere as small as Graveley, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Weekday and weekend visits are available.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Booking a survey
If you are buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or drop us an email whenever suits you.