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Storm damage roof report in London Fields, Greater London
Not sure what state the roof is in? You can book a storm damage roof report in London Fields and across Greater London.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Storm damage roof report in London Fields
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. If you’ve noticed slipped or missing slates or tiles and stains appearing after strong winds, we can find out what’s behind it.
In London, leaks often start somewhere hidden: 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 London Fields, 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.
Where we cannot see part of the roof, the report says so. You will know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Place
- London Fields (E8, E2, E9)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in London Fields
Can parking be tricky for a visit in London Fields?
It depends on the street. Where there are permit zones, a visitor permit or nearby pay-and-display bay works well, and a driveway is even better.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in London Fields?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. Our report then records the roof.
How long have you been surveying roofs?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
How strong does the wind have to be for a storm claim?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but your policy sets the actual test.
Is London Fields in your area?
Yes, we do. London Fields is part of the area we cover.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
What happens on the day
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can be seen safely and record it clearly. Notes and photographs go into the written report. The visit normally takes an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. London terraces rarely offer a view of the whole roof from one spot, so a visit in London Fields moves between viewpoints: the pavement, upstairs windows, the loft and any safe spot at the back. Shared stairs or a basement flat? Let us know who holds the keys.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Keep pets in another room
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Getting a price
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
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What else we do in London Fields
What a survey costs
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, access and which survey you book.
What we need to know
We will typically ask about:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Our price is from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Tips that help
Small things make a difference. Some pointers:
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Take photos from ground level or a window, never by climbing
- Read your policy wording on storm damage
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. If that does not resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.
Why it’s worth a survey now in London Fields
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly normally means less damage overall. Many older London roofs have only old felt under the slates, or no underlay at all, so a slipped slate can soon mean water inside. Left unchecked, water soaks into timber and plaster and the damage spreads.
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book with us
- 20+ years’ experience
- Drone flown under a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Every finding written up with photos
- Thermal imaging and drone inspection where they help
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
DIY checks: what’s safe
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Do you need a storm damage roof report in London Fields?
Insurers frequently want evidence of what has been damaged and why. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. The decision still rests with the insurer.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Loose or torn flashings
If you let a flat or house near London Fields station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Before booking anyone
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- What insurance they carry
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report
Leaks and storm damage in London Fields
Sutton House, about 0.7 miles north-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around London Fields. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Close to the centre of London, a great many houses are Victorian or Edwardian terraces, many of them roofed in Welsh slate. Behind many of their parapets sit butterfly roofs and valley gutters that cannot be seen from the pavement. If your home in London Fields 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.
Take a building like Gayhurst Community School: tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Homes near green spaces such as Haggerston Park can get more leaves in their gutters in autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
London Fields is about 1 mile east of Hoxton, in Greater London. London Fields is one of many places we visit across Greater London, for homes and businesses alike. London Fields is one of the places in Greater London we cover.
Storm damage roof reports in E8, E2 and E9 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether your property is on Tudor Road, Forest Road and Duncan Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. You’ll find London Fields on the A1207, so it’s easy for us to get to. We also cover the places around London Fields: Hackney Central (1 mile north), Cambridge Heath (1 mile south-east), Dalston (1 mile north-west), Hackney (1 mile north-east) and Kingsland (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns like London (3 miles south-west), City of Westminster (4 miles south-west), Marylebone (4 miles south-west), Kensington (7 miles south-west), St Pancras (3 miles west) and Walthamstow (4 miles north-east).
Near you in London Fields
Around London Fields, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Urswick School, Haggerston Park and Bishopsgate Institute Special Collections and Archives. Other local landmarks include The Dolphin pub (under half a mile east) and The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School (under half a mile north-east). There is a railway station in London Fields itself: London Fields station. Well-known places in the area include German Hospital (0.6 miles north-west) and Hackney Walk (0.7 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Old Ford Island and Tower Hill.