Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Hudnall, Hertfordshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Hudnall, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
Storm damage roof report in Hudnall
High winds usually affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. Common reasons to book are slates and tiles blown off the roof and stains appearing after strong winds, on slate and tile slopes, flashings and chimney stacks.
Somewhere as small as Hudnall, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you’re thinking of an insurance claim. We check everything that’s safely in view and set out what we find. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Hudnall (HP4)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- 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
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
FAQs for Hudnall
Will you come out to Hudnall?
Yes. Hudnall is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and the South East. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
Is my home in Hudnall listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.
How many surveys have you done?
We have completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we can’t predict the outcome.
What happens on the day
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. It normally takes an hour or two for most houses, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. In a hamlet or village like Hudnall, 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.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Keep pets in another room
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
We confirm the price for the job before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Which survey package you book
- House, block, shop or office
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
Getting in touch
There is no need for technical words. It’s enough to tell us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or email us when you’re ready.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Old flashings that were already loose can give way in a storm. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. Our report says whether it looks freshly damaged or worn over time.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. Our report gives an honest view of both, so there are no surprises later. Older and listed buildings around Hudnall may need consent and matching materials for repairs, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why us?
- PI and public liability insurance
- 98% of customers satisfied
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- Surveys on weekdays and at weekends
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
Useful tips for Hudnall property owners
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. A few suggestions:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Check the roof from ground level after strong winds. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Do not go up a ladder to look.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Hudnall
Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. 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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
For landlords with property near Berkhamsted station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. In and around Hudnall, as anywhere, a roof is easiest to deal with when its problems are found early.
Hudnall is about 3 miles north of Berkhamsted, in Hertfordshire. Hudnall gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful inspection, photographs and a written report. Hudnall is one of the places in Hertfordshire where we work. Our Milton Keynes page covers surveys nearby.
We work across the HP4 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Little Gaddesden (1 mile north-west), Hudnall Corner (1 mile east), Ringshall (1 mile north-west) and Dagnall (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Watford (12 miles south-east), Hemel Hempstead (5 miles south-east), St Albans (10 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (15 miles east), Harpenden (8 miles east) and Hitchin (15 miles north-east).
Around Hudnall
Hudnall’s nearest station is Berkhamsted station, about 3.2 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Hemel Hempstead Hospital (5.1 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Ivinghoe Beacon and Sallowsprings.
For landlords and managing agents
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed in advance. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.