Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Puttenham, Hertfordshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Puttenham, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Get in touch for a price.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Storm damage roof report in Puttenham: what you get
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. 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. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. We survey flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are torn or lifted flat roof coverings and holes or cracks caused by debris.
In a village or hamlet like Puttenham, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Basic reports come within 48 hours, Standard within 24–48 hours and Premium on the day.
- Where
- Puttenham (HP23)
- Wider area
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Puttenham
More services for Puttenham
Roof by roof
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Clay and concrete tiles
Broken or missing tiles leave the underlay exposed to rain. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
What happens on the day
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours at most homes, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In a small place like Puttenham, access is typically the main thing to plan. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We check the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Booking a survey
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Puttenham, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
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Puttenham roofs and the weather
Older houses in the South East often have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. Historic houses such as Ascott House, about 4.9 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Puttenham goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Cheddington station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Long Marston VA Church of England Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. The streets around a church such as Church of St Mary (Church of England) are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Puttenham is about 4 miles east of Aylesbury, in Hertfordshire. We survey roofs in Puttenham across London and South East England. Puttenham is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire we cover for storm damage roof reports. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
We survey roofs across HP23 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Church Road, Astrope Lane and Draytonmead Farm Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. Other places close to Puttenham include Astrope (1 mile east), Long Marston (1 mile north-east), Buckland (1 mile south), Aston Clinton (2 miles south) and Broughton (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Hemel Hempstead (12 miles south-east), Berkhamsted (7 miles south-east), Tring (3 miles south-east), Chorleywood (15 miles south-east), Grovehill (12 miles south-east) and Woodhall Farm (12 miles south-east).
Around Puttenham
The nearest railway station is Cheddington station, roughly 3.3 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Tindal Centre (3.8 miles west) and Pitstone Green Museum (3.2 miles east). Not far away are Haddington Hill and College Lake nature reserve.
Why act early in Puttenham
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from the ground. Those photos show the damage as it was. For older village homes like those around Puttenham, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for the job before you book.
Why book with us
- A photo-illustrated written report
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- 98% of clients satisfied
Puttenham: your questions answered
How do I find out if my home in Puttenham is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Is Puttenham within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there as you book.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we can’t predict the outcome.
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.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We aren’t loss adjusters and do not act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
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, while outside access can be discussed when booking.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
What affects the price in Puttenham
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Roof area
- Which survey package you book
- Height and safe access
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Helping us price your survey
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Where the property is, with the postcode
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or send us an email whenever suits you.
DIY checks: what’s safe
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
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.