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Storm Damage Roof Report in Barnet
Storm damage roof reports in Barnet, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. You get a clear report with photos.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
What this survey cannot tell you
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Areas we can’t see safely
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
How a storm damage roof report works in Barnet
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that is safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a photo-illustrated written report to give to your insurer. Typical surveys look at new damp or leaks inside and ridge tiles that have come loose, on flat roofs, flashings and slate and tile slopes.
In a London flat, water can travel some way before it shows. Tracing it back matters, both for dealing with the cause and for any insurance claim. We check what we are given access to in Barnet, inside and out. Tell us when the water shows, and in what kind of weather.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, each with a short note and a photograph. You will see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Barnet (EN5, EN4, N20, N11)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Barnet property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
If anything in the report is not clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is normally better. Blocked gutters and hoppers on London houses overflow and soak brickwork. A small blockage left for a few winters becomes a damp problem.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
Why book with us
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 98% of clients satisfied
- Visits on any day of the week
- Photos and a written report every time
See what a roof survey costs and our case studies.
Places near Barnet
What else we do in Barnet
What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
Barnet questions
Is parking a problem for a survey in Barnet?
It rarely stops a survey, but it is worth planning. Let us know what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Barnet?
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.
How long is the visit?
Expect it to take roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. The written report follows by email, on the timescale of your package.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We check the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Do you cover Barnet?
Yes. Barnet is part of the area we cover.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is normally excluded from home insurance. We note both storm damage and older defects, so it’s clear what we found. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up as a report with photographs, sent to you by email. On timing, it normally takes about 1–2 hours for a house, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. London terraces rarely offer a view of the whole roof from one spot, so a visit in Barnet moves between viewpoints: the pavement, upstairs windows, the loft and any safe spot at the back. Shared stairs or a basement flat? Let us know who holds the keys.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
How to prepare
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
Arrange a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email when you are ready.
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Barnet roofs and the weather
Wyllyotts Manor, about 3.5 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Barnet. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. Hips, bay roofs and later loft conversions are typical of those semis, if your home is one of them. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you run a business near Spires Shopping Centre, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. If you live in an older home near St John's United Reformed Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney. If you own a rental within reach of New Barnet station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Barnet is about 9 miles east of Watford, in Greater London. We cover Barnet and the rest of Greater London. We cover towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London.
Every address in EN5, EN4, N20 and N11 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Station Road, High Street and Sambroke Square. Being close to the B193 and A1081, Barnet is simple for us to get to for storm damage roof reports. We also cover the places around Barnet: Underhill (1 mile west), New Barnet (1 mile east), Monken Hadley (1 mile north-west), Hadley Wood (1 mile north-east) and Cockfosters (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as London (11 miles south), City of Westminster (9 miles south), Marylebone (9 miles south), Kensington (10 miles south), St Pancras (9 miles south) and Shoreditch (10 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Barnet
In Barnet, that means homes and buildings near Queen Elizabeth's Girls' School, The Railway Tavern and Highlands Gardens. The nearest railway station is New Barnet station, about 0.6 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Barnet General Hospital (1.2 miles west) and Francis Skaryna Belarusian Library and Museum (2.1 miles south). The countryside around Barnet includes Darland's Lake and Greenhill Gardens.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for the job before booking.
Booking your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Anything about access we should know
- What made you get in touch
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
Booking is simple: just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form, tell us about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. The price is agreed up front.