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Storm damage roof report in Eastfields, Greater London
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Eastfields, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
When to book a survey in Eastfields
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. We record the damage and where it is, backed up with photos.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- New damp or leaks inside
If you own a rental within reach of Mitcham Eastfields station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Questions to ask before booking
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What follow-up you get after the report
Storm damage roof report in Eastfields: what you get
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. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. We survey chimney stacks, flat roofs and flashings, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged gutters and fascias and lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles.
In London, leaks often start somewhere hidden: 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 Eastfields, those are among the first places to look. Water from a hidden gutter can run along joists and show up a room or two away.
Report times depend on the survey you book: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Place
- Eastfields (CR4, SW16, SW17)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Strong gusts can lift and break tiles. The report shows each damaged area.
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
FAQs for Eastfields
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Eastfields?
It rarely stops a survey, but it’s worth planning. Tell us what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
How do I find out if my home in Eastfields is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If the survey needs it and the roof space can be reached safely, yes. Please clear anything stored under the hatch, and if the loft can’t be reached safely, the report says so.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Only from ground level or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we’ll record the rest.
Is Eastfields in your area?
Yes, we do. Eastfields is part of the area we cover.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Storm damage roof reports in Eastfields: local notes
With Southside House about 3.4 miles west, Eastfields sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Alongside Victorian and Edwardian terraces, outer London has a great many interwar semis, frequently with hipped roofs of clay or concrete tiles. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Living close to Figge's Marsh is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. If you live in an older home near St. Mark's Church, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Eastfields is about 3 miles south-east of Wimbledon, in Greater London. If you are in Eastfields, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Eastfields is one of the towns and villages in Greater London where we work for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Surveys in CR4, SW16 and SW17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Bond Road, Hill Road and York Lane. We also cover the places around Eastfields: Mitcham (1 mile south), Hackbridge (1 mile south), Colliers Wood (1 mile north-west), Furzedown (1 mile north) and Merton Abbey (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include London (7 miles north), City of Westminster (7 miles north), Marylebone (8 miles north), Kensington (7 miles north), St Pancras (8 miles north) and Shoreditch (9 miles north).
Landmarks near Eastfields
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The White Lion of Mortimer pub, Figge's Marsh and Furzedown Secondary School, among other places. There’s a railway station in Eastfields itself: Mitcham Eastfields station. Well-known places in the area include Centrale Croydon (3.1 miles south-east) and Wandle Industrial Museum (0.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Henman Hill and Oakleigh Way.
Nearby places to Eastfields
What else we do in Eastfields
Useful tips for Eastfields property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
How it works
We check the roof from outside and, where it is relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. In the loft, the signs we look for are staining, damp, daylight and sagging, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey usually takes an hour or two at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In Eastfields, visits are available on weekdays and at weekends. It helps if you can point us to a visitor permit or a nearby bay. Upstairs rooms at the back are useful too, as they often give the best view of a rear addition.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
Getting a price
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Related advice
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Not every roof costs the same to survey, for these reasons:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- How big the roof is
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Booking your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- Why you want a survey: buying, a leak, a storm or new work
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
What a storm damage roof report does not cover
Before you book, it is worth knowing what a survey won’t do:
- How your policy defines a storm
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll point you to the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs