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Storm damage roof report in Sandon, Hertfordshire
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Sandon, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Roofs hit by falling trees
What this survey can’t tell you
Every survey has limits, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- Estimates of repair costs
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- The outcome of a claim
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Sandon
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
Storm damage roof report in Sandon: what you get
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We give an honest view of what we see. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. If you’ve noticed damage from fallen branches or debris and loose or torn flashings, we can find out what’s behind it.
Somewhere as small as Sandon, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. 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.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey adds thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Sandon (SG9)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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How it works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes about one to two hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. You are welcome to ask questions while we are there. Cottages and farmhouses around Sandon often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We look at the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before the survey
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Getting a price
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
Sandon: your questions answered
Is my home in Sandon listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Sandon?
Yes. Sandon is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. Our area covers London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when booking.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How many surveys have you done?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
What you can safely check yourself
It’s useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: 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.
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. We photograph and describe each one.
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are often where flat roof coverings start to peel back. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
What affects the price in Sandon
Survey packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Roof area
For a price for your roof in Sandon, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- Dates you are working to, like exchange
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Sandon
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from ground level if it’s safe. Those photos show the damage as it was. Outbuildings and barns around Sandon are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It’s worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how it can be reached and seen safely. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- A report with photos
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Prices that include VAT
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or two real surveys.
Sandon roofs and the weather
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. To find out, check Historic England’s list and ask the council about conservation areas. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent. Across the South East, older homes tend to have slate or clay tiles, and many later ones concrete tiles, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
The streets around a church such as Church of All Saints are often among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Take a building like Sandon Junior Mixed and Infant School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If you own a rental within reach of Ashwell & Morden station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Sandon is in Hertfordshire. We survey roofs in Sandon and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Sandon. There’s also a page for Milton Keynes.
Storm damage roof reports in SG9 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Payne End, Rushden Road and Dark Lane or anywhere close by, we can survey it. We also cover Roe Green (1 mile south-west), Green End (1 mile south-east), Rushden (2 miles south-west), Buckland (2 miles east) and Chipping (3 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Stevenage (7 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (13 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (14 miles south), Hitchin (9 miles west), Hertford (13 miles south) and Letchworth (6 miles west).
Near you in Sandon
The nearest railway station is Ashwell & Morden station, roughly 2.9 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Clothall Castle (3.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Sandon includes Hawkins Wood.