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Storm Damage Roof Report in Earl's Court
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Earl's Court. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Earl's Court roofs and the weather
Close to the centre of London, a great many houses are Victorian or Edwardian terraces, many of them roofed in Welsh slate. A butterfly roof with a central valley gutter, tucked behind a parapet wall, is common on these houses. In a house like that, shared stacks, party-wall upstands and lead flashings all need looking at as far as they can be seen. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. With Garden Lodge about 0.3 miles north-west, Earl's Court sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs frequently carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead.
Living close to Gwendwr Garden is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for example near Kensington Arcade, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters. If you own a rental within reach of West Brompton station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Earl's Court is about 1 mile south-east of Kensington, in Greater London. We visit Earl's Court as part of our work across Greater London. Our Greater London coverage includes Earl's Court.
Here we cover the W14, W8 and SW5 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. You’ll find streets such as Sun Road, Star Road and Rich Lane, all of which we cover. Main roads around Earl's Court include the A3218 and A3220, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include West Brompton (1 mile south), South Kensington (1 mile east), Little Chelsea (1 mile south-east), World's End (1 mile south-east) and Walham Green (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover London (4 miles east), Marylebone (3 miles north-east), St Pancras (4 miles north-east), Shoreditch (6 miles north-east), Walthamstow (10 miles north-east) and Hoxton (6 miles north-east).
Around Earl's Court
Typical jobs here are in homes near Abdus Salam Library, Gwendwr Garden and Courtfield pub. Also close by are The Fulham Boys School (within half a mile west) and Collingham College (within half a mile east). Earl's Court has its own railway station: West Brompton station. Well-known places in the area include Montfichet's Tower (4.4 miles east) and Kensington Arcade (0.7 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Campden Hill and The Long Water.
Storm damage roof report in Earl's Court: what you get
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. It sets out what is damaged, with photos, and what we think the likely cause is. It’s yours to pass to your insurer. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Typical surveys look at gaps where slates or tiles have gone and damaged gutters and fascias, on chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias.
In a London flat, water can travel some way before it shows, sometimes in a different flat from the one below the defect. That makes the source hard to pin down, and finding it matters for whoever has to deal with it. We look at what we’re given access to in Earl's Court, inside and out. Tell us when the water shows, and in what kind of weather.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where it applies, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Earl's Court (W14, W8, SW5)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
A few things affect what a survey costs:
- House, block, shop or office
- The roof’s overall size
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Which survey package you book
Every price we give includes VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for the job before booking.
Helping us price your survey
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It is useful to include:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
Unsure which package suits your roof? It is easiest to ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We’ll talk you through the options and what they cost.
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Other services in Earl's Court
Surveys for landlords and agents in Earl's Court
With a portfolio of properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the addresses.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Questions from Earl's Court
How do I find out if my home in Earl's Court is listed?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Earl's Court?
Yes. We work right across London and South East England, and Earl's Court is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is usually excluded from home insurance. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Earl's Court?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
Only your insurer can decide that. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails frequently fail first. The report records whether slipped slates look like storm damage or older wear.
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Useful tips for Earl's Court property owners
Nothing here needs a ladder. A few suggestions:
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They can help show the roof was looked after.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
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.
What we do, step by step
Photographs are taken throughout the visit, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take an hour or two for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. If that applies to your building, it is useful to agree access with the neighbours or the managing agent first. Otherwise, the visit in Earl's Court runs like any other.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the loft space where it’s safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- If you’re buying, let the agent know when we are coming
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
How to book
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.