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Storm damage roof report in Temple Dinsley, Hertfordshire
Wondering about the roof at a property in Temple Dinsley? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Temple Dinsley and across Hertfordshire.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
What we’re asked to look at in Temple Dinsley
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.
Typical things we are asked to look at include:
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Stains appearing after strong winds
For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Martin, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Are they insured for the work?
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- When you will get the report
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Temple Dinsley
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there’s access, and the roof itself where that is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you’ve noticed water coming in after the storm and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, we can find out what’s behind it.
In a village or hamlet like Temple Dinsley, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Temple Dinsley (SG4)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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What else we do in Temple Dinsley
Common questions in Temple Dinsley
Do you carry out roof surveys in Temple Dinsley?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Temple Dinsley?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
How long does the survey take?
Most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. We will confirm the timing when you book.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. It may be present in buildings built or refurbished before 2000.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. It’s 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.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, alongside any photos you took yourself. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Temple Dinsley, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, with VAT included. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
What you get with us
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Package prices that include VAT
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What we do, step by step
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a photo-illustrated written report, emailed to you. On timing, it typically takes about one to two hours on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. Around Temple Dinsley, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- 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 we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
Booking a survey
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, let us know about the property and we will suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
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Should I look at the roof myself first?
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery. That’s where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Tips from our surveys
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Check your policy for how to report damage
If you’re unhappy with how your insurer handles the claim, you can complain to them first. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
When you need someone else
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- The outcome of a claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
If you are not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Temple Dinsley
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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. The wider area around Temple Dinsley has a long history of building, with Knebworth House about 3.5 miles south-east. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
If you look after a building such as Preston Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you own a rental within reach of Stevenage station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Temple Dinsley is about 3 miles south of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. We visit Temple Dinsley as part of our work across Hertfordshire, for homes and businesses alike. Across Hertfordshire, we cover Temple Dinsley. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
Every address in SG4 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. That includes homes and businesses on St Albans Highway and Hitchwood Lane and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Temple Dinsley, we cover Poynders End (1 mile north-east), Preston (1 mile west), Langley End (1 mile south-east), Little Almshoe (1 mile north-east) and St Ibbs (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Hemel Hempstead (13 miles south-west), Stevenage (4 miles east), St Albans (11 miles south), Welwyn Garden City (8 miles south-east), Harpenden (7 miles south-west) and Hitchin (3 miles north).
Near you in Temple Dinsley
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Red Lion Public House, among other places. Temple Dinsley’s nearest station is Stevenage station, roughly 2.9 miles east of the centre. Nearby you will also find North Hertfordshire Museum (2.9 miles north) and Lister Hospital (2.9 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Markham's Hill and Purwell Ninesprings.