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Storm damage roof report in Long Ditton, Greater London
Wondering about the roof at a property in Long Ditton? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Long Ditton and across Greater London.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Water coming in after the storm
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Long Ditton
Historic houses like Hampton Court Palace, about 1.5 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Long Ditton goes. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Alongside Victorian and Edwardian terraces, outer London has a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs of clay or concrete tiles. If your home in Long Ditton is one of them, bay roofs, hips and later dormers each have their own details. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you let a flat or house near Surbiton station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. For an older house near a landmark like Church of St Mary, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. If you live near a park like Stokes Field, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Long Ditton is about 1 mile south-west of Surbiton, in Greater London. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Long Ditton for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings. Long Ditton is one of the towns and villages in Greater London we cover. You can also see our page for London.
We cover every part of KT6 for storm damage roof reports. You will find streets such as Pound Close, Fleece Road and St Chads Close, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Long Ditton, we cover Ditton Hill (1 mile south), Seething Wells (1 mile north), Thames Ditton (1 mile west), Hinchley Wood (1 mile south-west) and Surbiton Park (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (12 miles north-east), City of Westminster (11 miles north-east), Marylebone (12 miles north-east), Kensington (9 miles north-east), St Pancras (13 miles north-east) and Shoreditch (14 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Long Ditton
In Long Ditton, that means homes and buildings near Shrewsbury House School, Stokes Field and Raintree pub, among other places. The closest station to Long Ditton is Surbiton station, roughly 0.7 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Tolworth Hospital (1.3 miles east) and Metropolitan Police Mounted Branch Museum (1.5 miles west). The countryside around Long Ditton includes The Lake and Kingston Hill Road area.
How a storm damage roof report works in Long Ditton
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Check your own policy wording. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. The report includes photos of each area of damage, and you decide what to send. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. If you’re worried about holes or cracks caused by debris and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, ridges and hips and chimney stacks alike.
London’s Victorian and Edwardian roofs have often been repaired many times, so a new leak can be the latest sign of wear rather than a single event. Telling wear from a one-off event matters, because insurers usually exclude wear and tear. That is as true in Long Ditton as anywhere in London. A written record with photos helps you explain what was found to whoever deals with it next.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Place
- Long Ditton (KT6)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
Our findings are based on what we can see safely on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- Areas we can’t see safely
- Acting for you with the insurer
- A decision on your insurance claim
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey. What a survey covers and doesn’t.
What this survey covers
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
Landlord and commercial surveys in Long Ditton
Landlords, agents and building managers in Long Ditton and across Greater London can book any of our surveys. For a price for a let property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which can make access easier.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Lifted flashings let rain run behind them into the roof. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. We photograph any we find.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Roof area
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
- House, block, shop or office
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Our price is from £150, including VAT.
Getting in touch
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, it helps to mention:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any deadline, like an exchange date
- What’s prompted the survey
- The address and postcode of the property
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so call 07833 053749 or email us with the details.
How it works
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect whatever is safely visible, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey usually takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. 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. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, let us know when booking.
- You tell us when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Keep pets in another room
- Let us know where we can park nearby
How to book
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Questions from Long Ditton
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Long Ditton?
Parking in Long Ditton, as in most of London, takes a little planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day run more smoothly.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Long Ditton?
Yes, Long Ditton is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Long Ditton?
To arrange a survey, ring 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. How the policy applies is up to your insurer.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Useful tips for Long Ditton property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help. Some pointers:
- Check your policy for how to report damage
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Do not go onto the roof to take pictures
Questions about the findings are always welcome. Standard Surveys come with a follow-up consultation, and Premium Surveys with an in-person one.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.