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Storm damage roof report in Lewisham, Greater London
Storm damage roof reports across Lewisham, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Damaged ridges and hips
Storm damage roof report in Lewisham
After a storm, it’s useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. If you’ve noticed gaps where slates or tiles have gone and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, we can find out what’s behind it, on slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and chimney stacks alike.
London’s Victorian and Edwardian roofs have frequently been repaired many times, so a new leak can be the latest sign of wear rather than a single event. Insurers usually exclude wear and tear, so it helps to know whether damage is old or new. That’s as true in Lewisham as anywhere in London. Photographs and a written account give you something specific to show an insurer, a landlord or a roofer.
It isn’t only a list of defects. It explains what we found, why it matters and what we recommend.
- Where
- Lewisham (SE13, SE8, SE6)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Checking the roof from the ground
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
When to book a survey in Lewisham
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Corroded nails on slate roofs, worn mortar on ridges and old flashings can all give way. We record recent damage alongside older defects.
Problems we come across often include:
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
Take a building like St Saviour's Catholic Primary School: water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
Common questions in Lewisham
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Lewisham?
Typically it is manageable with a little notice. Let us know the parking rules on your street and we will work around them.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Lewisham?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Lewisham is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey is a roof survey, not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey of the whole building. It focuses on the roof, so it sits alongside a building survey rather than replacing it.
Will you go up on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We inspect what can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. We describe what looks like fresh storm damage and what looks older. Your insurer decides the claim.
Practical tips
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
The report is emailed to you, and you decide what to send to your insurer. We don’t deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They can help show the roof was looked after.
How the survey works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, using the ground, windows, the loft and a drone where applicable. Most surveys take between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Surveys in Lewisham can be booked for any day of the week. It helps if you can point us to a visitor permit or a nearby bay. Upstairs rooms at the back are useful too, as they often give the best view of a rear addition.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before the survey
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
Getting a price
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Lewisham, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lewisham
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
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How we price storm damage roof reports
To price your survey, we look at:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
Prices quoted always include VAT, and the written report is part of the package. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Where your roof sits in the range depends on its size, height and access.
Booking your survey
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Whether there’s a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
- What’s prompted the survey
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Wind, rain and roofs in Lewisham
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. Lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are typical of these houses, if yours is one of them. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from. With Queen's House about 1.4 miles north, Lewisham sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters.
For businesses in and around places such as Lewisham Shopping Centre, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. If you own a rental within reach of Lewisham station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
Lewisham is about 3 miles west of Eltham, in Greater London. We survey roofs in Lewisham across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
Storm damage roof reports in SE13, SE8 and SE6 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We cover properties on Station Road, Lewisham High Street and Lewis Grove. With the B220 close by, Lewisham is easy for us to reach. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Ladywell (1 mile south-west), St Johns (1 mile north-west), Hither Green (1 mile south-east), Blackheath (1 mile north-east) and Lee (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include London (4 miles north-west), City of Westminster (7 miles north-west), Marylebone (7 miles north-west), Kensington (9 miles west), St Pancras (6 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (5 miles north-west).
Around Lewisham
In Lewisham, that means homes and buildings near St Joseph's Academy, Ladywell Fields and The Watch House. There is a railway station in Lewisham itself: Lewisham station. A little further out are Greenwich Castle (1.2 miles north) and Fan Museum (1.2 miles north). The countryside around Lewisham includes Knight's Hill and Brookmill Road Local Nature Reserve.