Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Little Hadham
A careful look at the roof at your property in Little Hadham, with photos and a written report.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
How the survey works
Every visit follows the same pattern: we listen to what’s been worrying you, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and record our findings for the written report. Most visits take between one and two hours for most houses; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Around Little Hadham, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- 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 check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there’s time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
Storm damage roof report in Little Hadham
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We are often asked to look into loose or torn flashings and gutters pulled loose in the wind, across flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias.
Roofs in small places like Little Hadham often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
After the visit, you get a report with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Location
- Little Hadham (SG11)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in Little Hadham
A storm often finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Lead lifted at abutments
Landlords with a home close to Bishops Stortford station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Before you book anyone
- Their track record with similar roofs
- Is VAT included in the price?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Which limits apply to the survey
Little Hadham: your questions answered
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Little Hadham?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you cover Little Hadham?
Yes, Little Hadham is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Little Hadham as anywhere else.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it’s clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes, as long as access is agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the building owner or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take about 1–2 hours at a typical home, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days when you book.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Little Hadham roofs and the weather
In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile, with flat-roofed extensions, dormers and garages common everywhere. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. About 2 miles south lies Much Hadham Palace, a reminder of how long the area around Little Hadham has been built on. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of St Cecilia, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. If you look after a building like Little Hadham Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Little Hadham is about 3 miles west of Bishop's Stortford, in Hertfordshire. If you are in Little Hadham, 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. For surveys nearby, see our Chelmsford page.
Surveys in SG11 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Chalk Gardens, Albury Road and Stortford Road and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Hadham Ford (1 mile south-west), Bromley (2 miles south-west), Much Hadham (2 miles south-west), Green Tye (3 miles south) and Standon (3 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Stevenage (12 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (3 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (14 miles south-west), Hoddesdon (10 miles south-west), Cheshunt (13 miles south-west) and Hertford (9 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Little Hadham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Angel pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Little Hadham is Bishops Stortford station, roughly 3.3 miles east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Herts and Essex Hospital (3.7 miles east) and Moated mound (0.8 miles east). Not far away are Rushy Mead.
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails frequently fail first. The report records whether slipped slates look like storm damage or older wear.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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Before and after the survey
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Some tips:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Check your policy for how to report damage
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. You’ll have your own independent record to refer to.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
How we price storm damage roof reports
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The shape of the roof and its details
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- What made you get in touch
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- Anything about access we should know
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.