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Storm Damage Roof Report in Mitcham
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Mitcham, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Landlord and commercial surveys in Mitcham
If you own several properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
Storm damage roof report in Mitcham: what you get
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: whether there were storm conditions around the date, whether the damage fits a storm, and whether the storm was 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. We survey chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and flashings, and the problems we are asked to look at most are cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and broken or displaced guttering.
Many London homes are well over a century old and their roofs have been patched more than once, 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’s as true in Mitcham as anywhere in London. A written record with photos helps you explain what was found to whoever deals with it next.
The written findings come by email, ready to forward to whoever needs them. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.
- Location
- Mitcham (CR4, SW16, SM4)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey changes by roof type
Slate roofs
Slates can slip or blow off in a storm, especially where the nails have corroded. Our report notes moved slates and any sign of older corrosion.
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. We record any damage we can see.
What we can’t see
We only report whatever is safely visible on the day, so some things are outside what a survey can do:
- A price for the repairs
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What a survey covers and does not.
What we look at
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
Storm damage roof reports around Mitcham
With Southside House about 3.6 miles west, Mitcham 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, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it is detailed.
Take a building like St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School: on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain. Trees in and around Cranmer Green shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. If you look after a shop, office or commercial unit, for instance near Centrale Croydon, a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters.
Mitcham is about 2 miles west of Thornton Heath, in Greater London. Mitcham gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a close look at what can safely be seen, photographs and a clear written report. Across Greater London, we cover Mitcham. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the CR4, SW16 and SM4 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Kings Road, Baker Lane and Manor Road. If you are just outside Mitcham, we cover Hackbridge (1 mile north), Eastfields (1 mile north), Colliers Wood (1 mile north-west), Merton Abbey (2 miles north-west) and Furzedown (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like London (7 miles north), City of Westminster (8 miles north), Marylebone (8 miles north), Kensington (7 miles north), St Pancras (9 miles north) and Shoreditch (9 miles north).
What’s near Mitcham
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to The Archbishop Lanfranc School, St Mark's Church of England Academy and The White Lion of Mortimer pub, among other places. The nearest railway station is Mitcham Eastfields station, about 0.5 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Wandle Industrial Museum (0.7 miles west) and Centrale Croydon (2.7 miles south-east). The countryside around Mitcham includes Duppas Hill and Cranmer Green.
What happens if roof problems are left?
A few slipped slates can soon lead to wet timbers. Acting quickly typically means less damage overall. London’s older roofs often have bitumen felt underlay or none at all, so once the slates or flashings let water past, little stops it reaching ceilings. Left unchecked, water soaks into timber and plaster and the damage spreads.
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, including VAT, and we will tell you which fits.
What you get with us
- An independent view of the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- Package prices that include VAT
See our cost guide or our case studies.
What happens on the day
There is not much for you to do on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, such as stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll take it from there. The survey itself takes about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a London area like Mitcham, the main things to sort out are parking and access: let us know about parking, the floor the property is on, any shared entrance and loft access. On the day, the roof is looked at from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space and from the roof where it is safe.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We view the roof from wherever it can safely be seen, including the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Book a survey
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.
Related advice
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Mitcham
Every roof is different, so prices are confirmed before booking. These are the things that affect it:
- The roof’s overall size
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can be seen safely and the package you choose.
What to tell us when you get in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- The address and postcode of the property
- Your timetable, such as an exchange date
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The kind of building and roof involved
When you’re ready to go ahead, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Common questions in Mitcham
How do I find out if my home in Mitcham is listed?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it is 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.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Mitcham?
It rarely stops a survey, but it is worth planning. Tell us what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
Is Mitcham in your area?
Yes, we do. Mitcham is part of the area we cover, and the service is the same as everywhere else we work.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos surveys or testing. If we see materials that could contain asbestos, like cement roof sheets or soffits on buildings from before 2000, we flag them and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
How do I book a survey in Mitcham?
Simply call 07833 053749 or use the contact form. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Do you survey on Saturdays and Sundays?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime. Just say which days work for you.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. 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.