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Storm Damage Roof Report in Finchley
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Finchley, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Finchley
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. We’re frequently asked to look into gaps where slates or tiles have gone and flat roof edges peeled back, on slate and tile slopes, flashings and flat roofs.
London’s Victorian and Edwardian roofs have often been repaired many times, so a new leak can be the latest sign of wear rather than a single event. Telling wear from a one-off event matters, because insurers usually exclude wear and tear. A careful look in Finchley tells the two apart where the evidence allows. Photos and a written account give you something specific to show an insurer, a landlord or a roofer.
We write the report in plain English, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Each point is backed by a photo where possible, and recommendations are put with the most urgent first where relevant.
- Where
- Finchley (N3, N2, N12, NW11)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price storm damage roof reports
To price your survey, we check:
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
For a price for your roof in Finchley, call 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the roof. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Getting in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. It’s enough to tell us:
- Anything about access we should know
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
Getting a price is simple: just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email, let us know about the property and we’ll suggest the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
When to book a survey in Finchley
Gusts work at anything on a roof that is loose or exposed. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. Most people book a report soon after a storm, when they’ve seen damage or water has come in.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Water coming in after the storm
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Roofs hit by falling trees
If you run a business near Grand Arcade, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. 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. Everything else is planned around the building, not the postcode.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the loft space where it is safe.
- The damage is recorded with photographs, area by area.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- Check pets are kept safely away
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Tell us about parking before the day
Getting a price
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Finchley, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us price the survey accurately.
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Storm damage roof reports in Finchley: local notes
Historic houses like Heath Hall, about 1.8 miles south, show how far back building in the area around Finchley goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. If your home in Finchley is one of them, bay roofs, hips and later dormers each have their own details. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For site and facilities teams at buildings like Manorside Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. For landlords with property near New Southgate station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Finchley is about 6 miles north of City of Westminster, in Greater London. Surveys in Finchley work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at what can be seen safely, photographs and a clear written report. Our Greater London coverage includes Finchley and the places around it. You can also see our page for London.
We work across the N3, N2, N12 and NW11 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Station Road, Chaplin Square and Market Place or a nearby road, we can survey it. Being close to the B1462, Finchley is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Finchley: Church End (1 mile west), Woodside Park (1 mile north), North Finchley (1 mile north), Friern Barnet (2 miles north-east) and Oakleigh Park (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as London (8 miles south-east), City of Westminster (6 miles south), Marylebone (6 miles south), Kensington (7 miles south), St Pancras (6 miles south-east) and Shoreditch (7 miles south-east).
Near you in Finchley
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Elephant Inn, Bishop Douglass School and Francis Skaryna Belarusian Library and Museum. Also close by are Victoria Park (under half a mile north) and Woodhouse College (1 mile north-east). Finchley’s nearest station is New Southgate station, roughly 1.9 miles north-east. A little further out are Finchley Memorial Hospital (under half a mile north-east) and Grand Arcade (1 mile north). For a walk, there’s Highgate Hill and Lakeside Nature Reserve.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Damage left open lets in more rain. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. Behind a London parapet, a blocked gutter can sit full of water without anyone seeing it. When the stain finally shows, the damage underneath is frequently older than it looks.
There are three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, all with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Finchley
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Prices that include VAT
- An independent view of the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey seven days a week, which can make access easier.
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 with less disruption.
Finchley questions
Is my home in Finchley listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is Finchley in the area you cover?
Yes, Finchley is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Does someone need to be in?
If the survey includes the loft or the inside of the building, someone needs to let us in. We’ll talk about access when booking.
Which days do you carry out surveys?
Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Only from the ground or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we will record the rest.
Useful tips for Finchley property owners
Getting the most from a storm damage roof report starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
Questions about the findings are always welcome. The Standard Survey includes a follow-up consultation and the Premium Survey an in-person consultation.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.