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Storm damage roof report in Widford, Hertfordshire
Need a storm damage roof report in Widford? We can help, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Widford
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Widford?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Is Widford in the area you cover?
Yes, Widford is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Widford as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, though we cannot predict the outcome.
Does someone need to be in?
Not always. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just tell us the days that suit you.
Storm damage roof report in Widford: what you get
Our storm damage report starts from £150. It is a photo-illustrated written report, sent 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. If you are worried about slates and tiles blown off the roof and roofs hit by falling trees, we can find out what’s behind it.
For a small place like Widford, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photographs of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- Widford (SG12)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Overflowing water can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book and it will help the survey.
Places near Widford
Also in Widford
What happens if roof problems are left?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from the ground. That keeps a record of how it looked. For an older or listed building in a place like Widford, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so a defect found early gives time to plan the work properly.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
Why book us in Widford
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Visits on any day of the week
- An independent view of the roof
- Prices that include VAT
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Leaks and storm damage in Widford
Slate and clay tile are the usual coverings on older South East houses, with concrete tiles on many later estates, and flat-roofed additions turn up almost everywhere. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. Much Hadham Palace, about 2.6 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Widford. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
For an older house near a landmark such as Parish Church of St John the Baptist, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. For landlords with property near Harlow Town station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Widford is about 4 miles east of Ware, in Hertfordshire. We cover Widford and the rest of Hertfordshire, as part of our work across London and the South East. Widford is one of the places in Hertfordshire where we work. There’s also a page for Chelmsford.
We survey roofs across the SG12 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include High Street, Bell Lane and Priory Farm Yard. We also cover Nether Street (1 mile north-east), Hunsdon (1 mile south), Hunsdonbury (1 mile south), Wareside (1 mile west) and Babbs Green (2 miles west). We also work in nearby towns such as Stevenage (12 miles north-west), Bishop's Stortford (5 miles north-east), Welwyn Garden City (11 miles west), Hoddesdon (6 miles south-west), Cheshunt (9 miles south-west) and Hatfield (13 miles west).
Near you in Widford
We work in homes and buildings around The Bell Inn On The Corner Of Bell Lane and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Harlow Town station, about 3.2 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Princess Alexandra Hospital (3.7 miles south) and Harlow Mill (3.7 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Hunsdon Mead.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Widford
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.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- New damp or leaks inside
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Widford School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
What to check before booking
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How long the report takes to arrive
- What exactly goes into their report
- Which limits apply to the survey
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
We only report what can safely be seen on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- The outcome of a claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
- A price for the repairs
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll tell you. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
What happens on the day
Every roof is different, but as a rough guide the survey takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. Around Widford, older homes can have small or awkward roof spaces, so let us know about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
- Keep pets in another room
Getting a price
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We will explain the options and the price.