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Storm damage roof report in Lessness Heath, Greater London
An experienced roof surveyor for storm damage roof reports in Lessness Heath. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys.
- New damp or leaks inside
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Loose or torn flashings
The survey, step by step
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, emailed to you. On timing, it typically takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so the back of the roof is often seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents as you book.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Find any records of previous roof work
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To arrange a day that suits you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
How a storm damage roof report works in Lessness Heath
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. We record the damage on your roof and photograph each part. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. If you’re worried about flat roof edges peeled back and slipped or missing slates or tiles, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flashings, flat roofs and ridges and hips alike.
Water getting into a London home often comes from a detail you cannot see from the street: a butterfly roof’s central valley gutter, a parapet gutter, a chimney flashing or a flat roof over a back addition. For a leak or storm damage in Lessness Heath, those hidden details are where the inspection begins. 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: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Place
- Lessness Heath (DA17, DA8, DA7)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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Questions from Lessness Heath
How do I find out if my home in Lessness Heath is listed?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Lessness Heath?
Yes, Lessness Heath is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Lessness Heath as anywhere else.
Will you walk on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Most of what we need can be seen from safe viewpoints, the loft and, where applicable, a drone, and anything out of sight is recorded in the report.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from the ground or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.
How do I book a survey in Lessness Heath?
The quickest way is to call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Let us know the address and a little about the roof. We survey on any day of the week.
Storm damage roof reports in Lessness Heath: local notes
The wider area around Lessness Heath has a long history of building, with Red House about 2.3 miles south-west. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Outer London has lots of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, frequently with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
For businesses in and around places like Broadway Shopping Centre, finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down. Take an older house close to Parish Church of All Saints: lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. Trees in and around Lesnes Abbey Woods shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters.
Lessness Heath is about 3 miles east of Plumstead, in Greater London. We carry out storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Lessness Heath and nearby. Our Greater London coverage includes Lessness Heath. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Surveys in DA17, DA8 and DA7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Cray Road, Clive Road and Erith Road. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Belvedere (1 mile east), Erith (1 mile south-east), Northumberland Heath (1 mile south-east), West Heath (1 mile south-west) and Bexley Riverside (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover London (11 miles west), City of Westminster (13 miles west), Marylebone (13 miles west), Kensington (15 miles west), St Pancras (12 miles west) and Shoreditch (10 miles west).
Near you in Lessness Heath
Around Lessness Heath, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Priory Club pub, Trinity Church of England School and Trinity School. For rail, the closest station is Belvedere station, about 0.5 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Broadway Shopping Centre (2.1 miles south) and Erith and District Hospital (0.9 miles south-east). Open spaces near Lessness Heath include Crossness Nature Reserve.
When you need someone else
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- The outcome of a claim
- A price for the repairs
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll recommend the right survey before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
Landlord and commercial surveys in Lessness Heath
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work around your tenants.
Can I check my roof myself?
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us as you book.
Why it is worth a survey now in Lessness Heath
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. An independent report can follow. 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 often older than it looks.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we’ll tell you which fits.
Why book with us
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Surveys seven days a week
- A written report with photographs
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
Practical tips
You don’t need to be a roofer to help. Here’s what helps most:
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
You will need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.