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Storm Damage Roof Report in East Barnet
Storm damage roof reports in East Barnet and the rest of Greater London. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
How a storm damage roof report works in East Barnet
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from the ground or a window, and never climb up. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. 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 damaged ridges and hips and roofs hit by falling trees, across chimney stacks, flat roofs and gutters and fascias.
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. That makes the source hard to pin down, and finding it matters for whoever has to deal with it. We check what we are given access to in East Barnet, inside and out. Let us know when the water shows, and in what kind of weather.
You receive the findings by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Where
- East Barnet (N20, EN4, N14)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. On timing, it typically takes between one and two 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 a visit in East Barnet moves between viewpoints: the pavement, upstairs windows, the loft and any safe spot at the back. Shared stairs or a basement flat? Tell us who holds the keys.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Check the loft hatch can be reached
Arrange a survey
We survey roofs on any day of the week. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Related advice
East Barnet questions
Is my home in East Barnet listed or in a conservation area?
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.
Is East Barnet in the area you cover?
We do. The survey and report are the same in East Barnet as anywhere else, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There’s no single figure. Many use gusts of about 55 mph, but each policy sets its own definition. Check your policy wording.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not always. Some roofs are too steep or fragile to walk on safely. Safe viewpoints, the loft and a drone where it applies let us see the rest, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
That is not something we can promise. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, so it’s not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Stay off the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Note the date and time, and photograph any damage inside.
Landlords, agents and block managers in East Barnet
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
Towns and villages near East Barnet
Other services in East Barnet
Storm damage roof reports around East Barnet
In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older 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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. The wider area around East Barnet has a long history of building, with Heath Hall about 4.2 miles south. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Shop and office owners around Grand Arcade may find that a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters. If you let a flat or house near Oakleigh Park station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Homes near green spaces such as Oak Hill Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn.
East Barnet is about 1 mile north-east of Whetstone, in Greater London. We cover East Barnet and the rest of Greater London. Across Greater London, we cover East Barnet and the places around it. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Storm damage roof reports in N20, EN4 and N14 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We cover properties on Dene Road, Pine Road and Capel Road and the roads around them. If you’re just outside East Barnet, we cover Osidge (1 mile east), Brunswick Park (1 mile south-east), New Barnet (1 mile north-west), Whetstone (1 mile south-west) and Oakleigh Park (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (10 miles south), City of Westminster (8 miles south), Marylebone (8 miles south), Kensington (10 miles south), St Pancras (8 miles south) and Shoreditch (8 miles south-east).
Near you in East Barnet
Typical jobs here are in homes near Oak Hill Park, Salcombe School and East Barnet School, among other places. Also close by are The Cavalier pub (less than half a mile south) and Francis Skaryna Belarusian Library and Museum (1.8 miles south-west). The closest station to East Barnet is Oakleigh Park station, roughly 0.5 miles north-west. Nearby you’ll also find Grand Arcade (1.7 miles south-west) and Finchley Memorial Hospital (2.2 miles south-west). The countryside around East Barnet includes Oakleigh Park Rail Cutting and Darland's Lake.
What this survey can’t tell you
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
Roof by roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We record what we can see of the fixings.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
What affects the price in East Barnet
To price your survey, we check:
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
- Basic, Standard or Premium
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
Getting in touch
These details help when you get in touch:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The address and postcode of the property
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- What made you get in touch
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the details.
Useful tips for East Barnet property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
If anything in the report isn’t clear, just ask us. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.