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Storm damage roof report in Coldharbour, Greater London
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Coldharbour, with a written report you can act on. Book a weekday or weekend visit.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Damaged ridges and hips
Storm damage roof reports around Coldharbour
Many homes in inner London are Victorian and Edwardian terraces, often with Welsh slate roofs. Behind many of their parapets sit butterfly roofs and valley gutters that can’t be seen from the pavement. Shared chimney stacks, party-wall upstands and lead work come with this kind of house. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. Historic houses such as Queen's House, about 1.5 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Coldharbour goes. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Anyone responsible for a site like Woolmore Primary School will know that on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. Shop and office owners around Surrey Quays Shopping Centre may find that a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters. Living close to Mudchute Park and Farm is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Coldharbour is about 2 miles north of Greenwich, in Greater London. Houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings in Coldharbour can all book storm damage roof reports. Coldharbour is one of the towns and villages in Greater London where we work for storm damage roof reports.
Every address in E14, SE10 and E22 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Canada Square, Simpson's Road and Amsterdam Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Main roads around Coldharbour include the A1206 and A1261. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Blackwall (1 mile north-east), London Docklands (1 mile west), Poplar (1 mile north-west), Canary Wharf (1 mile west) and Heron Quays (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (4 miles west), City of Westminster (6 miles west), Marylebone (6 miles west), Kensington (8 miles west), St Pancras (5 miles west) and Shoreditch (3 miles north-west).
Around Coldharbour
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Canary Wharf College 3, Mudchute Park and Farm and Tower Hamlets College, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Canary Wharf station, roughly 0.5 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Old Royal Naval College (1.3 miles south) and Poplar Hospital (0.6 miles north). Not far away are Tower Hill and Lavender Pond.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Coldharbour
After a storm, safety comes first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. Common reasons to book are ridge tiles that have come loose and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, on flashings, gutters and fascias and chimney stacks.
In converted houses and blocks across London, water from a roof can run a long way before it shows on a ceiling, sometimes in a different flat from the one below the defect. Tracing it back matters, both for dealing with the cause and for any insurance claim. We look at what we’re given access to in Coldharbour, inside and out. It is useful to know when the water appears and in what weather.
The report doesn’t just list problems. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend, so you can decide what to do next.
- Location
- Coldharbour (E14, SE10, E22)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Why get it checked now?
Before temporary repairs, photograph the damage from the ground if it’s safe. Those photos show the damage as it was. In Coldharbour, as in much of London, water from a roof defect can reach a neighbour’s home as easily as yours: failed flashings and blocked valley gutters can send water into more than one home. Dealing with it early is far less disruptive.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- A report with photographs
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Common questions in Coldharbour
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Coldharbour?
It rarely stops a survey, but it’s worth planning. Let us know what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
How do I find out if my home in Coldharbour is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only if it is safe. We inspect everything that’s safely in view: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. Take photos from ground level first if it’s safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We aren’t loss adjusters and don’t act for you with the insurer. We give you an independent report of the damage, which you can pass to your insurer.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we begin with a quick chat about the roof and anything that is worrying you. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from the ground, from windows, in the loft space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In Coldharbour, as in much of London, lots of properties are flats or terraces without side access, so the back of the roof is frequently seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, let us know as you book.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the roof space where it is safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- We send you a written report with photos, ready to give to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Let us know about parking before the day
Book a survey
You can call us seven days a week. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Roof area
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- How many separate roofs there are, like extensions, dormers and garages
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
What we need to know
Here’s what helps us most when you get in touch:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- When you need the report by
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Tips that help
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
Nearby places to Coldharbour
What else we do in Coldharbour
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
Broken slates and slates that have slid out of place are common after a storm. Each area is photographed and described.
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.