Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Northaw, Hertfordshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Northaw, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
Leaks and storm damage in Northaw
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. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. The wider area around Northaw has a long history of building, with Wyllyotts Manor about 2.1 miles west. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Take an older house close to Parish Church of St Thomas A Becket: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Northaw Church of England Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Northaw is about 2 miles north-east of Potters Bar, in Hertfordshire. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Northaw for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Northaw is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire we cover. We also survey roofs in London.
We cover every part of the EN6 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Vineyards Road, Church Lane and Northaw Road West and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Northaw: Cuffley (1 mile east), Brookmans Park (2 miles north-west), Newgate Street (2 miles north-east), Bell Bar (2 miles north-west) and Little Berkhamsted (3 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Watford (11 miles west), Hemel Hempstead (14 miles west), Stevenage (14 miles north), St Albans (8 miles west), Welwyn Garden City (7 miles north) and Harpenden (12 miles north-west).
What’s near Northaw
Typical jobs here are in homes near Two Brewers Public House and Mount Grace School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Cuffley station, about 1.6 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Potters Bar Museum (2.1 miles west) and Chase Farm Hospital (3.3 miles south-east). The countryside around Northaw includes Fir and Pond Woods.
How a storm damage roof report works in Northaw
Wear and tear is normally excluded from home insurance. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. Our report records both: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. If you’ve noticed stains appearing after strong winds and gutters pulled loose in the wind, we can find out what’s behind it.
For a small place like Northaw, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Place
- Northaw (EN6)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Northaw: your questions answered
Is my home in Northaw listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Northaw?
Yes, Northaw is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Northaw as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Can I challenge a declined storm claim?
Complain to your insurer first. 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 cannot say how it will turn out.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
What we do, step by step
Safety comes first on every visit. Everything that can be seen safely is inspected, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Older rural homes like those around Northaw can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can be seen safely.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Arrange a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
Related advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Acting quickly normally means less damage overall. For an older or listed building in a place like Northaw, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Why book us in Northaw
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Also in Northaw
Different roofs, different checks
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.
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. We photograph any we find.
Checking the roof from ground level
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- The size of the roof
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
Every price we give includes VAT. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before booking.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What made you get in touch
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Northaw?
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. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
Landlords with a home close to Cuffley station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
What to check before booking
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- Will the report include photos?
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Are they insured for the work?