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Storm damage roof report in Chadwell Heath, Greater London
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Chadwell Heath. More than 5,000 surveys completed across London and South East England.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Flat roof edges peeled back
How a storm damage roof report works in Chadwell Heath
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from the ground or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, like covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We survey flashings, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are damage from fallen branches or debris and lead lifted at abutments.
Many London homes are well over a century old and their roofs have been patched more than once, so a new leak can be the latest sign of wear rather than a single event. Insurers normally exclude wear and tear, so it helps to know whether damage is old or new. A careful look in Chadwell Heath tells the two apart where the evidence allows. Photographs and a written account give you something specific to show an insurer, a landlord or a roofer.
Pictures do a lot of the work in our reports, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Chadwell Heath (RM6, RM7, RM8)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from the ground. Those photos show the damage as it was. London’s older roofs frequently have bitumen felt underlay or none at all, so once the slates or flashings let water past, little stops it reaching ceilings. Left alone, that means wet timbers and plaster, which is a far bigger job than the roof fault itself.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Basic starts from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, VAT included, and we will tell you which fits.
What you get with us
- An independent look at the roof
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Chadwell Heath?
Some people book because a claim has been questioned. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. What happens next is up to the insurer.
Look out for signs like these:
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Water coming in after the storm
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
For businesses in and around places like The Brewery, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters.
Questions to ask before you book
- What follow-up you get after the report
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Are they insured for the work?
- Whether VAT is added on top
What a survey costs
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- How big the roof is
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- The address and postcode of the property
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
We confirm the price for the job before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Questions from Chadwell Heath
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Chadwell Heath?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot, so mention what’s available when you book.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Chadwell Heath?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. It is a specialist roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 building survey. It focuses on the roof and can sit alongside a RICS survey.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level, and we will record the rest.
What happens on the day
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. London terraces rarely offer a view of the whole roof from one spot, so in Chadwell Heath we work round the house, using the street, the windows, the loft and any safe vantage point behind it. Shared stairs or a basement flat? Tell us who holds the keys.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets in another room
- Show us where any leaks or stains appear
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Different roofs, different checks
Slate roofs
Slates frequently outlast the nails that hold them. We look at whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Lead flashings
Old flashings that were already loose can give way in a storm. We record what looks recent and what looks older.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Chadwell Heath
Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. Historic houses such as Hare Hall, about 2.9 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Chadwell Heath goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Landlords with a home close to Chadwell Heath station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. For a London address like Chadwell Heath, it helps to know about controlled parking before the day.
Chadwell Heath is about 2 miles west of Romford, in Greater London. We visit Chadwell Heath as part of our work across Greater London. Chadwell Heath is one of the places in Greater London where we work for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Surveys in RM6, RM7 and RM8 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Back Lane, West Road and Eric Road. With the A1112 close by, Chadwell Heath is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Chadwell Heath: Little Heath (1 mile west), Becontree Heath (1 mile south-east), Marks Gate (1 mile north), Rush Green (1 mile south-east) and Romford (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (12 miles south-west), City of Westminster (13 miles west), Marylebone (13 miles west), St Pancras (12 miles west), Shoreditch (10 miles west) and Walthamstow (7 miles west).
Landmarks near Chadwell Heath
In Chadwell Heath, that means homes and buildings near The Warren School, The Warren School and The Eva Hart pub and the streets around them. Chadwell Heath’s nearest station is Chadwell Heath station, roughly 0.9 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Brewery (1.5 miles east) and King George Hospital (1.4 miles west). The countryside around Chadwell Heath includes Hainault Lodge.