Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Waltham Cross Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Waltham Cross. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
How a storm damage roof report works in Waltham Cross
Our storm damage report starts from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It doesn’t price the repairs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause. Common reasons to book are damaged gutters and fascias and water coming in after the storm, across slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and gutters and fascias.
Around Waltham Cross, chimneys on older homes are a common source of leaks, through worn flaunching, failed pointing or lifted flashings. Damp in a chimney breast can have more than one cause, so it isn’t always obvious where it starts. The stack, its flashings and the loft space beside it are all worth checking.
The report does not just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Waltham Cross (EN8, EN9)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we do, step by step
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. If you have questions on the day, just ask. With a bit of garden around a house, as there frequently is around Waltham Cross, the roof can be viewed from several angles. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there’s safe access, completes the picture.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
Book a survey
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Related advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Shared roofs need a little more planning: we need access agreed with the building owner or managing agent. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
When to book a survey in Waltham Cross
A storm often finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Damaged ridges and hips
If you own a rental within reach of Waltham Cross station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Is VAT included in the price?
- Are they insured for the work?
Tips from our surveys
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Check the roof from the ground after strong winds. With binoculars, you can often spot problems without climbing. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Waltham Cross
Will you come out to Waltham Cross?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We work right across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
Do you cover Waltham Cross?
Yes, Waltham Cross is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Waltham Cross as anywhere else.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
That is not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
There is no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Your policy document will say.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it’s safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable cover most of what’s needed.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Waltham Cross
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- Height and safe access
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
To find out what your survey will cost, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Why get it checked now?
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. An independent report can follow. In an older home around Waltham Cross, water from a roof defect can get into timber and plaster, and that is a much bigger job than the original defect.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- 98% of customers satisfied
- PI and public liability insurance
- Visits on any day of the week
- 5,000+ surveys completed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or our case studies.
Places near Waltham Cross
Also in Waltham Cross
Storm damage roof reports around Waltham Cross
Historic houses such as Forty Hall, about 2.1 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Waltham Cross goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. 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. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you live in an older home near Christ Church, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Four Swannes Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
Waltham Cross is about 2 miles west of Waltham Abbey, in Hertfordshire. We cover Waltham Cross and the rest of Hertfordshire. Our Hertfordshire coverage includes Waltham Cross and the places around it. You can also see our page for London.
Here we cover the EN8 and EN9 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. That includes homes and businesses on High Street, Station Road and Queen's Road. Being close to the A121 and B176, Waltham Cross is easy for us to reach. Other places close to Waltham Cross include Freezywater (1 mile south), Bullsmoor (1 mile south-west), Enfield Lock (1 mile south), Enfield Island Village (1 mile south-east) and Enfield Wash (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include St Albans (14 miles west), Bishop's Stortford (15 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (10 miles north-west), Hoddesdon (5 miles north), Hatfield (10 miles north-west) and Hertford (8 miles north).
What’s near Waltham Cross
We work in homes and buildings around Waltham Abbey Church, Aylands School and The Moon and Cross pub, among other places. Also close by are Lea Valley High School (0.7 miles south-west) and Lee Valley Park (0.9 miles north-east). There’s a railway station in Waltham Cross itself: Waltham Cross station. Other landmarks nearby include Museum of Enfield (3.3 miles south-west) and St Michaels Hospital (2.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Waltham Cross includes Lippitts Hill and Danemead.