Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Monkswood Storm Damage Roof Report
Need a storm damage roof report in Monkswood? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. The report shows each damaged area.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. We record any that have lifted, cracked or come away.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Monkswood
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. It sets out what is damaged, with photos, and what we think the likely cause is. It’s yours to pass to your insurer. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and can’t say whether a claim will be paid. If you are worried about torn or lifted flat roof coverings and gaps where slates or tiles have gone, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Roofs in small places like Monkswood often stand in the open, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Monkswood (AL8, AL6, AL7)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Estimates of repair costs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What we look at
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
Can I check my roof myself?
You can learn a lot from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Your own check is a good start, but it is not a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
Nearby places to Monkswood
What else we do in Monkswood
What happens if roof problems are left?
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from ground level if it’s safe. Those photos show the damage as it was. In a place like Monkswood, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, inc. VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why us?
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Visits on any day of the week
Read our cost guide and what we found on two real jobs.
Common questions in Monkswood
Will you come out to Monkswood?
Yes, we do. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Monkswood?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Monkswood is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from the ground first if it’s safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Monkswood?
To book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Monkswood?
Storms don’t only affect pitched roofs. Wind can lift edges and tear coverings, and blocked outlets can leave water ponding after heavy rain. Our report covers flat and pitched roofs.
People typically book a survey after spotting something like this:
- Loose or torn flashings
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
For landlords with property near Welwyn North station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
What to check before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Are they insured for the work?
Storm damage roof reports in Monkswood: local notes
The wider area around Monkswood has a long history of building, with Digswell House about 0.1 miles south-west. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Trees in and around Danesbury Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Take a building like Homerswood Primary and Nursery School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Monkswood is about 2 miles north of Welwyn Garden City, in Hertfordshire. Roofs in Monkswood get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Hertfordshire. Monkswood is one of the places in Hertfordshire we cover for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
All of AL8, AL6 and AL7 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Digswell Park Road, Ingles and Uplands, and we cover them all. We also cover Welwyn (1 mile north-west), Ayot Green (1 mile south-west), Ayot St Peter (2 miles west), Pottersheath (2 miles north) and Rableyheath (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Watford (14 miles south-west), Hemel Hempstead (12 miles south-west), Stevenage (6 miles north), St Albans (7 miles south-west), Harpenden (6 miles west) and Hitchin (9 miles north).
Landmarks near Monkswood
Around Monkswood, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Monk's Walk School, Danesbury Park and Hedgehog pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Welwyn North station, roughly 0.6 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Queen Elizabeth II Hospital (2.7 miles south) and Howard Centre (1.3 miles south). Open spaces near Monkswood include Tewin Orchard and Hopkyns Wood.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you’d like to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely. Most surveys take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Cottages and farmhouses around Monkswood often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Let us know about parking near the property
Booking a survey
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.