Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Jockey End
Storm damage roof reports in Jockey End and the rest of Hertfordshire. We survey on any day of the week.
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Jockey End
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Your policy document sets out its own definition. We don’t decide whether a storm met that test. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. If you’ve noticed loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and damaged ridges and hips, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Many homes in small places like Jockey End face open ground, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Location
- Jockey End (HP2)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. We photograph and describe each one.
Lead flashings
Old flashings that were already loose can give way in a storm. We record what looks recent and what looks older.
Nearby places to Jockey End
Other services in Jockey End
Jockey End roofs and the weather
Before planning roof work on an older home, find out whether it’s 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. Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Take a building like Gaddesden Row JMI School: a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. For landlords with property near Berkhamsted station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Jockey End is about 4 miles north of Hemel Hempstead, in Hertfordshire. Jockey End gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at everything that’s safely in view, photos and a clear written report. Jockey End is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire where we work for storm damage roof reports. There’s also a page for Milton Keynes.
All of HP2 is covered for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on West Dene, Johnson Court and Gaddesden Row. Other places close to Jockey End include Ballingdon Bottom (1 mile north-west), Roe End (1 mile north-east), Markyate (2 miles north-east), Trowley Bottom (2 miles east) and Flamstead (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns like Watford (11 miles south), Hemel Hempstead (4 miles south), Stevenage (15 miles north-east), St Albans (8 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (13 miles east) and Harpenden (6 miles east).
Near you in Jockey End
The closest station to Jockey End is Berkhamsted station, about 4.6 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Hemel Hempstead Hospital (4.4 miles south). For a walk, there’s Landpark Wood.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Jockey End
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Let us know about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work with less disruption.
The survey, step by step
We check the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the roof space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey typically takes between one and two hours on an ordinary house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like Jockey End, the journey is planned in advance: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from the loft where there is safe access and from the roof where it is safe.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it’s shared
Getting a price
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Honest limits
It helps to know what a survey won’t do before you book:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- How your policy defines a storm
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
What a survey costs
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- The size of the roof
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
A few details help us suggest the right survey and price. When you get in touch, it helps to mention:
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Dates you’re working to, like exchange
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Jockey End questions
How do I find out if my home in Jockey End 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 cover Jockey End?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Jockey End is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you’re still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof; most visits take about one to two hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. The written report follows by email.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Practical tips
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Do not go up a ladder to look.