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Storm Damage Roof Report in Hornsey
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Hornsey and the rest of Greater London. Surveys run seven days a week.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damaged pots on the stack
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
When we price a survey, we consider:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- How big the roof is
- Which survey package you book
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Getting in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- The property’s address and postcode
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, like pitched or flat
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us and give us some details about the property and we’ll recommend the right survey. The price is agreed up front.
How a storm damage roof report works in Hornsey
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and do not climb onto the roof. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. We are often asked to look into ridge tiles that have come loose and slates and tiles blown off the roof, across gutters and fascias, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes.
In a London flat, water can travel some way before it shows, sometimes in a different flat from the one below the defect. Tracing it back matters, both for dealing with the cause and for any insurance claim. We check what we’re given access to in Hornsey, inside and out. Tell us when the water shows, and in what kind of weather.
The Standard Survey adds moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Location
- Hornsey (N8, N22)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. Loose flashings are recorded.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. We record which are damaged and where.
Hornsey questions
Do you cover Hornsey?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Hornsey is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is parking a problem for a survey in Hornsey?
Parking in Hornsey, as in most of London, takes a little planning: a visitor permit or a bay close to the door helps a lot, so mention what’s available as you book.
Do I need to be at home?
Not necessarily. If we only need the outside, we can agree that ahead of time, but anything inside needs someone there to give access.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Will you check the loft?
If the survey needs it and the loft space can be reached safely, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We fly a sub-250g drone and we are a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. You will not see flashings, valleys or the backs of chimneys properly from the ground, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That part is for a survey.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Hornsey
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Hornsey. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
When you need someone else
It’s a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. Its limits include:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If you’re not sure which survey you need, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will give you a straight answer before booking. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
How it works
After the inspection, everything we found is written up in a report with photos. On timing, most surveys take about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and more on a big or complicated roof. In Hornsey, as in much of London, lots of properties are flats or terraces without 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.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Keep pets in another room
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
If you’re buying, it is useful to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
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Storm damage roof reports in Hornsey: local notes
Welsh slate on Victorian and Edwardian terraces is a familiar sight across inner London. A butterfly roof with a central valley gutter, tucked behind a parapet wall, is common on these houses. Shared chimney stacks, party-wall upstands and lead work come with this kind of house. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. With Bruce Castle about 2 miles north-east, Hornsey sits in an area with a long building history. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first.
For businesses in and around places such as The Mall Wood Green, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. For landlords with property near Hornsey station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. Trees in and around Priory Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Hornsey is about 3 miles east of Finchley, in Greater London. We cover Hornsey and the rest of Greater London. Our Greater London coverage includes Hornsey and the places around it. We also survey roofs in London.
Every address in N8 and N22 is within our area for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on High Street, Brandon Place and Cross Lane or a nearby road, we can survey it. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Turnpike Lane (1 mile east), Crouch End (1 mile south-west), Stroud Green (1 mile south-east), Wood Green (1 mile north-east) and Noel Park (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as London (6 miles south), City of Westminster (5 miles south), Marylebone (5 miles south), Kensington (7 miles south-west), St Pancras (4 miles south) and Shoreditch (5 miles south).
Near you in Hornsey
In Hornsey, that means homes and buildings near Great Northern Railway pub, Priory Park and Greek Secondary School of London and the streets around them. Hornsey has its own railway station: Hornsey station. Nearby you will also find Hornsey Central Hospital (0.7 miles west) and Broomfield House Museum (2 miles north). For a walk, there is Darland's Lake and Highgate Hill.