Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Sacombe Storm Damage Roof Report
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Sacombe from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Stains appearing after strong winds
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Sacombe
After a storm, it is useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We’re not loss adjusters and can’t tell you if your claim will succeed. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. We survey flashings, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are water coming in after the storm and ridge tiles that have come loose.
Roofs in small places like Sacombe often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, such as when you want to compare after future work.
- Where
- Sacombe (SG12)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How it works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Around Sacombe, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it is useful to know whether there is a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Find any records of previous roof work
- If you are buying, let the agent know when we are coming
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Tips from our surveys
Nothing here needs a ladder. Our suggestions:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
Honest limits
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will give you a straight answer. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents and landlords in Sacombe book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photos, useful for planning maintenance.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Storm damage roof reports in Sacombe: local notes
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. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed. About 3.7 miles west lies Aston Bury, a reminder of how long the area around Sacombe has been built on. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Take an older house close to Church of St Katherine: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Sacombe is about 3 miles north-west of Ware, in Hertfordshire. Sacombe is part of the area we cover across London and South East England. Sacombe is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire where we work. You can also see our page for London.
We work across the SG12 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Other places close to Sacombe include Sacombe Green (1 mile east), Dane End (1 mile north), Whempstead (1 mile north-west), Tonwell (1 mile south) and Standon Green End (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Stevenage (6 miles north-west), St Albans (13 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (10 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (7 miles south-west), Harpenden (12 miles west) and Hitchin (11 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Sacombe
Sacombe’s nearest station is Watton-At-Stone station, roughly 2.3 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Hertford Railway Museum (3.6 miles south) and Benington Castle (3.4 miles north-west). Open spaces near Sacombe include Astonbury Wood.
Common roof problems in Sacombe
Storms do not 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.
Common reasons to book include:
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Loose or torn flashings
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
If you own a rental within reach of Watton-At-Stone station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Will the report include photos?
- What experience they bring
- What follow-up you get after the report
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FAQs for Sacombe
Is my home in Sacombe listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Will you come out to Sacombe?
Yes, Sacombe is covered. Our area covers London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned beforehand.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where it applies.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Do you look in the roof space?
Where it’s relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.