London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in City of London
From the largest town to the smallest village in the City of London, our roof surveyors can carry out storm damage roof reports. Clear prices including VAT, and surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Storm damage roof report across the City of London
What it covers: an independent record of roof damage after a storm. Every town and village has its own page, listed below, or call 07833 053749 to book.
Main towns
Our storm damage roof report service in the City of London
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the roof space and from the roof where it’s safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a report with photographs to give to your insurer. We’re frequently asked to look into ridge tiles that have come loose and damaged gutters and fascias, on chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips.
We’ll ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes between one and two hours for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We check the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- 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.
What affects the price in the City of London
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
What you get with us
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
Arrange a survey
When you are ready to go ahead, call 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day, weekday or weekend.
What’s near City of London
We work in homes and buildings around Fashion Retail Academy, Prior Weston Primary School and Children's Centre and Barts Health Archives, among other places. Other local landmarks include Golden Fleece pub (within half a mile south), St Alphage Garden (under half a mile north), Central Foundation Boys' School (0.8 miles north) and St Mary-at-Hill (0.5 miles south-east). City of London has its own railway station: London Cannon Street station. Other landmarks nearby include Gabriel's Wharf (0.8 miles south-west) and London Mithraeum (under half a mile south). Green spaces nearby include St. James's Park Lake and Barnsbury Wood.
- Churches close by include St Olave Old Jewry (less than half a mile east)
Storm damage roof reports across the City of London: local notes
After a storm, owners across the City of London want a clear record of what’s been damaged, with photos and a note of what looks new and what looks like wear. Any claim is the insurer’s decision.
Our area covers London and the South East, including the City of London. Housing here runs from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to post-war new towns and modern estates.
City of London: For an older house near a landmark like St Olave Old Jewry, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. If you own a rental within reach of London Cannon Street station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Why roofs fail
A storm often finds a roof’s existing weak spots. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
Typical things we’re asked to look at include:
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
Useful tips for the City of London property owners
Small things make a difference, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Our tips:
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Leave it or get it looked at?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you are not relying only on your own photos.
What to check before booking
- How much experience they have with roofs like yours
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- What exactly goes into their report
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Roof area
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine, and please do not climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. We record any damage and where it is.
Slate roofs
After strong winds, we often see cracked and slipped slates. We photograph and describe each one.
The City of London questions
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but your policy sets the actual test.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, if the freeholder or managing agent agrees access. On a shared roof we can only inspect the parts we’re allowed to reach.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in the City of London?
Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day, weekday or weekend.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The report follows by email.
Do you work in the City of London?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, the City of London included.