Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Hailey, Hertfordshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Hailey. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Storm damage roof report in Hailey
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from the ground, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. We survey gutters and fascias, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are lead lifted at abutments and holes or cracks caused by debris.
Roofs in small places like Hailey often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Hailey (SG13)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
- Building height and the viewpoints available
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Booking your survey
What helps most when you contact us:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Anything about access we should know
- The kind of building and roof involved
When you are ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Nearby places to Hailey
Also in Hailey
What we do, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. In a hamlet or village like Hailey, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
Wind, rain and roofs in Hailey
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it is listed or in a conservation area. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
If you live near a park like Barclay Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. If you let a flat or house near St Margarets (Herts) station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Hailey is about 2 miles north of Hoddesdon, in Hertfordshire. Roofs in Hailey get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hertfordshire. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Hailey and the places around it. We also survey roofs in London.
Every address in SG13 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on Hailey Lane, Springle Lane and College Road. With the A1170 close by, Hailey is simple for us to get to for storm damage roof reports. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Little Amwell (1 mile north-west), Woollensbrook (1 mile south-west), Hertford Heath (1 mile west), St Margarets (1 mile north-east) and Great Amwell (1 mile north). We also work in nearby towns like Stevenage (11 miles north-west), St Albans (13 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (10 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (7 miles west), Harpenden (14 miles west) and Cheshunt (5 miles south).
Near you in Hailey
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The John Warner School, Barclay Park and The Galley Hall Public House. For rail, the closest station is St Margarets (Herts) station, about 1.1 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Barrowfield (1.8 miles north-west) and Museum of Street Lighting (1.4 miles north). For a walk, there’s Hertford Heath nature reserve.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. We photograph each gap.
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. We photograph any we find.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Hailey?
Insurers often want evidence of what has been damaged and why. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Water coming in after the storm
Take an older house close to Church of the Holy Trinity: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
What to check before booking
- What experience they bring
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
Common questions in Hailey
How do I find out if my home in Hailey is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you cover smaller places like Hailey?
Yes, we do. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it is useful to know about access.
How long does the survey take?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof, but most surveys take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The written report follows by email.
What if the roof was already worn?
Insurers usually exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Do you look in the roof space?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.