Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Throcking Storm Damage Roof Report
Need a storm damage roof report in Throcking? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damaged flat roof membrane
What we’re asked to look at in Throcking
Insurers frequently want evidence of what has been damaged and why. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. Your insurer still makes the decision.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged ridges and hips
If you live in an older home near Holy Trinity Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Storm damage roof report in Throcking
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. If you’re worried about cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and flat roof edges peeled back, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
In a village or hamlet like Throcking, 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, particularly to an insurer. We check what can be seen safely and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Location
- Throcking (SG9)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
A survey is a close look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. The main limits are:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Negotiating a claim settlement
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will tell you before booking. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
Roof types and parts we check
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flat roofs
What a survey costs
Our packages start from £150, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- House, block, shop or office
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and the package you choose.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Throcking, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Storm damage roof reports in Throcking: local notes
What can be done to an older roof may depend on listing or a conservation area. The council is the place to check, along with Historic England’s list. 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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Anyone responsible for a site like Freman College will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Throcking is about 6 miles north-east of Stevenage, in Hertfordshire. Surveys in Throcking work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. Throcking is one of the towns and villages in Hertfordshire we cover. We also survey roofs in Chelmsford.
We cover every part of SG9 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. We also cover the places around Throcking: Cottered (1 mile south-west), Chipping (1 mile north-east), Buntingford (2 miles east), Aspenden (2 miles south-east) and Layston (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (6 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (11 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (12 miles south-west), Hitchin (9 miles west), Hoddesdon (14 miles south) and Hatfield (15 miles south-west).
Around Throcking
Well-known places in the area include Clothall Castle (4.1 miles west). Not far away are Hawkins Wood.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. An independent report can follow. For an older or listed building in a place like Throcking, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your survey before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Throcking
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
- Packages from £150, including VAT
Read our cost guide and two real surveys.
Questions from Throcking
How do I find out if my home in Throcking is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Will you come out to Throcking?
Yes, Throcking is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, from towns to the smallest villages. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from ground level first if it’s safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. Repair costs aren’t included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that in advance, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can safely be seen, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours on an ordinary house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. Around Throcking, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it is safe.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Before the survey
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
How to book
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or email us to find out.
Advice
More services for Throcking
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Landlords and letting agents in Throcking book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.