Hertfordshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Westwick Row
Wondering about the roof at a property in Westwick Row? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Westwick Row and across Hertfordshire, with plain-English findings.
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
What we do, step by step
There isn’t much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we will get on with the inspection. The survey itself takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Around Westwick Row, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. We only go where it’s safe.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
Booking a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
About our storm damage roof report in Westwick Row
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. You get a written report with photos by email. It does not 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. We survey ridges and hips, gutters and fascias and flat roofs, and common reasons people get in touch are slipped or missing slates or tiles and torn or lifted flat roof coverings.
For a small place like Westwick Row, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
We write the report in plain English, so it makes sense without any roofing background. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, with the urgent items made clear.
- Where
- Westwick Row (HP2, HP3)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
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What we’re asked to look at in Westwick Row
A storm often finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
Common reasons to book include:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
For businesses in and around places such as Village Arcade St Albans, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
- What insurance they carry
- What the survey will not cover
What happens if roof problems are left?
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. Older cottages and farmhouses around Westwick Row can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Westwick Row
- A written report with photographs
- Visits on any day of the week
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Westwick Row roofs and the weather
With Batchwood Hall about 3.1 miles north-east, Westwick Row sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, 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. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
Take a building like Leverstock Green Church of England Primary School: a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. Landlords with a home close to Apsley station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Westwick Row is about 2 miles east of Hemel Hempstead, in Hertfordshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Westwick Row and the surrounding area. Westwick Row is one of the places in Hertfordshire we cover. We also survey roofs in London.
We work across the HP2 and HP3 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. We cover properties on Pancake Lane, Delmar Avenue and Farm End. Close by, we survey roofs in Leverstock Green (1 mile west), Bennetts End (1 mile west), Pimlico (1 mile south), Adeyfield (1 mile west) and Hemel Hempstead (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Watford (6 miles south), Stevenage (15 miles north-east), St Albans (4 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (10 miles east), Harpenden (6 miles north-east) and Hitchin (15 miles north-east).
Near you in Westwick Row
Typical jobs here are in homes near Longdean School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Apsley station, roughly 2.1 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Village Arcade St Albans (3.4 miles east) and Hemel Hempstead Hospital (2.1 miles west). Not far away are Verulamium Lake and Long Deans.
When you need someone else
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. It also has these limits:
- How your policy defines a storm
- The outcome of a claim
- Estimates of repair costs
If you are not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. The full list of what we check.
Roof types and parts we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
A lot can be seen from the ground. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, putting the urgent items at the top.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Westwick Row
How do I find out if my home in Westwick Row is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
Do you cover smaller places like Westwick Row?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We aren’t loss adjusters and do not act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
How long is the visit?
It usually takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. You’ll then get the report by email.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where applicable let us see the rest.