Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Holwell
Storm damage roof reports in Holwell and the rest of Hertfordshire. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- New damp or leaks inside
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Roof by roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Storm damage roof report in Holwell
After a storm, it is useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We are not loss adjusters and can’t tell you if your claim will succeed. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. We survey flat roofs, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and damaged ridges and hips.
Being in a small place like Holwell makes no difference to how a leak or storm damage is looked at: the journey and access are just planned ahead of time. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Holwell (SG5)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. You’re welcome to ask questions while we are there. Rural addresses near Holwell can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Leave side gates unlocked
How to book
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
What a survey costs
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Getting in touch
Getting the details right at the start saves time. Please include:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you are ready.
Leave it or get it looked at?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from ground level. Those photos show the damage as it was. Older and listed buildings around Holwell may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Packages from £150, inc. VAT
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- An independent look at the roof
Read how roof surveys are priced and two real surveys.
Common questions in Holwell
How do I find out if my home in Holwell is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Holwell?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Holwell is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where it applies, a drone, and the report notes anything we couldn’t see.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It depends on your policy. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so it is clear what we found. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Someone needs to let us in if we are looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access when you book.
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
Our survey isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Acting for you with the insurer
- A decision on your insurance claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
Nearby places to Holwell
What else we do in Holwell
Leaks and storm damage in Holwell
There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 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, so the council is the place to ask. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Take a building like The Priory School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. Landlords with a home close to Hitchin station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Holwell is about 3 miles north-west of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for householders, landlords and businesses in Holwell. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Holwell. Milton Keynes is in our area too.
Here we cover the SG5 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Gurney's Lane, Pirton Road and Rand's Meadow or a nearby road, we can survey it. Close by, we survey roofs in Pirton (2 miles south-west), Shillington (3 miles west), Apsley End (3 miles west), Hanscombe End (3 miles west) and Pegsdon (3 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Stevenage (7 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (14 miles south), Harpenden (12 miles south), Hitchin (3 miles south-east), Letchworth (3 miles east) and Letchworth Garden City (3 miles east).
Near you in Holwell
For rail, the closest station is Hitchin station, roughly 2.8 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Wymondley Castle (4.3 miles south-east) and Fairfield Hospital (2.7 miles north-east). The countryside around Holwell includes Markham's Hill and Oughtonhead Nature Reserve.
When to book a survey in Holwell
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
Signs worth acting on include:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Water coming in after the storm
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Peter (C of E) at Corner with Holwell Road, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Their insurance cover
- What the survey won’t cover