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Hammersmith Storm Damage Roof Report
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Hammersmith. Over 5,000 surveys and 20+ years behind us.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- New damp or leaks inside
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
DIY checks: what’s safe
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You won’t see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Hammersmith
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We’re not loss adjusters and can’t tell you if your claim will succeed. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. If you’re worried about slipped or missing slates or tiles and ridge tiles that have come loose, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
Water getting into a London home often comes from a detail you can’t see from the street: the valley gutter in a butterfly roof, a parapet gutter, a chimney flashing or the flat roof over a rear extension. Whether you are tracing a leak or recording storm damage in Hammersmith, those are among the first places to look. A hidden gutter that overflows can send water a long way before it shows.
Findings are set out part by part, from the coverings down to the gutters, with a note and a photo for each point. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Hammersmith (W6, W14, W12, W4)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Before and after the survey
Small things make a difference. Our tips:
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Photograph the damage safely from below
Your insurer may send a loss adjuster to look at the damage. You’ll have your own independent record to refer to.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.
How it works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect what can safely be seen, and if part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. Most visits take an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. From the street, a London terrace typically shows only its front slope or parapet, so in Hammersmith we work round the house, using the street, the windows, the loft and any safe vantage point behind it. If other people live in the building, tell us who can let us into the shared parts.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the roof space where it’s safe.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
Arrange a survey
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Hammersmith, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
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What else we do in Hammersmith
Why get it checked now?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. Any roof job in Hammersmith means planning around parking, neighbours and access. That is a good reason to find problems early, while there’s time to plan.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400. We confirm the exact price before booking.
Why book us in Hammersmith
- Surveys seven days a week
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Photos and a written report every time
- Drones and thermal imaging where applicable
Take a look at what a roof survey costs and two real surveys.
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. We record any damage we can see.
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. We record any damage and where it is.
Hammersmith roofs and the weather
The wider area around Hammersmith has a long history of building, with Kelmscott House about 0.5 miles south-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Inner London’s Victorian and Edwardian terraces often have Welsh slate roofs. From the street you may see only a parapet, with a butterfly roof and a valley gutter behind it draining to the back. In a house like that, shared stacks, party-wall upstands and lead flashings all need looking at as far as they can be seen. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
For an older house near a landmark such as Church of the Holy Innocents, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. If you own a rental within reach of Kensington Olympia station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it. Shop and office owners around Livat Hammersmith may find that water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast.
Hammersmith is about 1 mile west of Kensington, in Greater London. Hammersmith is one of many places we visit across Greater London, for homes and businesses alike. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, large and small. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Storm damage roof reports in W6, W14, W12 and W4 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include The Square, Ravenscourt Square and Westcroft Square, and we cover them all. Other places close to Hammersmith include Brackenbury Village (1 mile north-west), Brook Green (1 mile east), North End (1 mile east), West Kensington (1 mile east) and Old Chiswick (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (6 miles east), City of Westminster (4 miles east), Marylebone (4 miles north-east), St Pancras (5 miles north-east), Shoreditch (7 miles east) and Walthamstow (11 miles north-east).
What’s near Hammersmith
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Duke of Hammersmith pub, Brook Green and Polish Library POSK in London. The closest station to Hammersmith is Kensington Olympia station, roughly 0.8 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include West London Hospital (less than half a mile south-east) and Kurdish Museum Library and Archive (less than half a mile south-west). For a walk, there’s Campden Hill and WWT London Wetland Centre.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Hammersmith
Is parking a problem for a survey in Hammersmith?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day run more smoothly, so mention what’s available when booking.
Do you cover Hammersmith?
Yes. We work right across London and the South East, and Hammersmith is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Will you check the loft?
Normally, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on what we need to see. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access; we’ll agree the details when booking.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Please do not climb onto the roof. Take photos from ground level or from windows. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out with the most urgent first where relevant, which helps when budgeting.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.