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Storm Damage Roof Report in East Dulwich
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in East Dulwich, with photographs and a written report.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged gutters and fascias
East Dulwich roofs and the weather
Welsh slate on Victorian and Edwardian terraces is a familiar sight across inner London. From the street you may see only a parapet, with a butterfly roof and a valley gutter behind it draining to the back. Shared chimney stacks, party-wall upstands and lead work come with this kind of house. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. Historic houses like Kingswood House, about 2.2 miles south, show how far back building in the area around East Dulwich goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
Trees in and around Brunswick Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. Shop and office owners around Surrey Quays Shopping Centre may find that finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
East Dulwich is about 3 miles south of London, in Greater London. Wherever you are in East Dulwich, we can come and survey your property, on a weekday, Saturday or Sunday. Across Greater London, we cover East Dulwich.
Storm damage roof reports in SE5, SE22 and SE15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Rye Lane, Wren Road and Adys Road or a nearby road, we can survey it. You will find East Dulwich on the A2214 and A2215, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover Denmark Hill (1 mile north-west), Herne Hill (1 mile south-west), Dulwich Village (1 mile south), Camberwell (1 mile north) and Peckham (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover London (3 miles north), City of Westminster (5 miles north-west), Marylebone (5 miles north-west), Kensington (6 miles north-west), St Pancras (5 miles north) and Shoreditch (4 miles north).
Near you in East Dulwich
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Fox on the Hill pub, The Charter School East Dulwich and The Charter School, among other places. There’s a railway station in East Dulwich itself: East Dulwich station. A little further out are House of Dreams Museum (less than half a mile south-east) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (2.8 miles north-east). Not far away are Knight's Hill and Centre for Wildlife Gardening.
Storm damage roof report in East Dulwich
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. We survey flat roofs, flashings and slate and tile slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are new damp or leaks inside and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Water getting into a London home often comes from a detail you cannot see from the street: a butterfly roof’s central valley gutter, a parapet gutter, a chimney flashing or a flat roof over a back addition. Whether you are tracing a leak or recording storm damage in East Dulwich, those are among the first places to look. A hidden gutter that overflows can send water a long way before it shows.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Location
- East Dulwich (SE5, SE22, SE15)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Common roof problems in East Dulwich
Others book after an insurer has queried a claim. You get an independent record of what the roof shows. What happens next is up to the insurer.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
For an older house near a landmark like The Latter Rain Outpouring Revival Church, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
What to check before booking
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What the survey won’t cover
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, with the most urgent items set out first.
A roof problem in a let property affects your tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work.
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What happens on the day
When we arrive, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. We then inspect everything that can safely be seen, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where it applies. Most surveys take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents as you book.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Booking a survey
To book a survey, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.
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What we can’t see
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- Acting for you with the insurer
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in East Dulwich
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
Prices for storm damage roof reports in East Dulwich
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the report isn’t charged as an extra. Our price is from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Helping us price your survey
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
East Dulwich questions
Is my home in East Dulwich listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
Do you cover East Dulwich?
Yes, East Dulwich is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
Do you look in the loft space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
How are storm damage reports priced?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Why it’s worth a survey now in East Dulwich
Damage left open lets in more rain. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. Any roof job in East Dulwich means planning around parking, neighbours and access. That’s a good reason to find problems early, while there is time to plan.
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT.
Why us?
- Prices that include VAT
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
See how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.