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Storm Damage Roof Report in Kensal Green
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Kensal Green, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. You get a clear written report with photographs.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
Storm damage roof report in Kensal Green: what you get
High winds usually affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. We survey flashings, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are damaged flat roof membrane and stains appearing after strong winds.
In London, leaks frequently 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’re tracing a leak or recording storm damage in Kensal Green, 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.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: the Basic Survey within 48 hours, the Standard Survey in 24 to 48 hours and the Premium Survey on the same day.
- Location
- Kensal Green (NW10, W10, NW6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Kensal Green questions
How do I find out if my home in Kensal Green is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Is parking a problem for a survey in Kensal Green?
Sometimes, yes. Where there are permit zones, a visitor permit or nearby pay-and-display bay works well, and a driveway is even better.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.
How experienced are you?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, and 98% of clients are satisfied.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies and safe. 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.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
It depends on your policy. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Check your policy wording.
Storm damage roof reports around Kensal Green
With Kensington Palace about 2.4 miles south-east, Kensal Green sits in an area with a long building history. 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. Many have butterfly roofs draining to a central valley gutter, with parapet walls and gutters hidden behind them. If your home in Kensal Green is one of them, lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are part of the picture too. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you own a rental within reach of Kensal Green station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. Living close to Little Wormwood Scrubs is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching.
Kensal Green is about 1 mile south-west of Kilburn, in Greater London. Whether the building in Kensal Green is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof. Our area takes in places right across Greater London. There is also a page for London.
Surveys in NW10, W10 and NW6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Waldo Road, Hazel Road and Hiley Road or a nearby road, we can help. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Kensal Rise (1 mile east), College Park (1 mile west), North Kensington (1 mile south-east), Willesden Green (1 mile north) and Kensal Town (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns like London (6 miles east), City of Westminster (3 miles east), Marylebone (3 miles east), St Pancras (5 miles east), Shoreditch (6 miles east) and Walthamstow (9 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Kensal Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Little Wormwood Scrubs, Queens Park Community School and The Masons Arms, among other places. There’s a railway station in Kensal Green itself: Kensal Green station. Nearby you’ll also find Westfield London (1.6 miles south) and Princess Louise Hospital (0.7 miles south). The countryside around Kensal Green includes Greville Place nature reserve and The Long Water.
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof, but as a rough guide the survey takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. Where that is the case, access needs agreeing with whoever controls that landing. Everything else is planned around the building, not the postcode.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- The roof is looked at from the ground, from windows and from the loft space where it’s safe.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Booking a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so ring 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
Related advice
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Kensal Green
Flat roofs can be damaged too. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Roofs hit by falling trees
The streets around a church such as St Martin are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- How soon the report will arrive
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
Useful tips for Kensal Green property owners
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. It’s your record to use.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
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Landlord and commercial surveys in Kensal Green
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
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.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
Worn mortar under ridge tiles can let them lift in a storm. Our report says whether it looks freshly damaged or worn over time.
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, especially where the nails have corroded. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
DIY checks: what’s safe
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Overflowing water can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.