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New Barnet Storm Damage Roof Report
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in New Barnet from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Storm damage roof report in New Barnet: what you get
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: recent damage alongside any older defects, like nail fatigue on slates or eroded pointing. We give an honest view of what we see. How the policy applies is for your insurer to decide. We survey flashings, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias, and people most often book us about cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind and damaged flat roof membrane.
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. Insurers typically exclude wear and tear, so it helps to know whether damage is old or new. A careful look in New Barnet tells the two apart where the evidence allows. A written record with photos helps you explain what was found to whoever deals with it next.
Most points in the report come with a picture, so you can see each defect rather than just read about it. If something couldn’t be seen safely, the report is clear about it.
- Place
- New Barnet (EN5, EN4, N20)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
When you need someone else
We only report what can be seen safely on the day, so there are some things a survey can’t cover:
- Areas we can’t see safely
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Gutters and fascias
- Ridges and hips
Tips that help
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- File receipts for anything you pay for
Once we have been, the findings are written up with photos. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
How the survey works
Every roof is different; as a rough guide, the survey takes between one and two hours at a typical home, and longer for a large or complex roof. If you have questions on the day, just ask. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is frequently on a shared landing. Where that is the case, access needs agreeing with whoever controls that landing. Otherwise, the visit in New Barnet runs like any other.
- 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.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Tell us where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Advice
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Your questions about storm damage roof reports in New Barnet
Is parking a problem for a survey in New Barnet?
It depends on the street. If New Barnet has controlled parking where you are, a visitor permit is the easiest answer, and a driveway is even better.
Do you cover New Barnet?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. The report doesn’t include repair costs.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in New Barnet?
The quickest way is to phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. Tell us the address and a little about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. Surveys run seven days a week.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take about one to two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Storm damage roof reports in New Barnet: local notes
Historic houses like Wyllyotts Manor, about 3.8 miles north, show how far back building in the area around New Barnet goes. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. Outer London has lots of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, often 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.
Anyone responsible for a site like St Mary's CofE Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Shop and office owners around Spires Shopping Centre may find that finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
New Barnet is about 1 mile east of Barnet, in Greater London. If you’re in New Barnet, booking works exactly as it does anywhere else: get in touch, agree the price and pick a day. Our Greater London coverage includes New Barnet and the places around it. There’s also a page for London.
We work across EN5, EN4 and N20 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. You will find streets such as York Road, Park Road and Henry Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Barnet (1 mile west), Cockfosters (1 mile north-east), East Barnet (1 mile south-east), Underhill (1 mile west) and Whetstone (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover London (11 miles south), City of Westminster (9 miles south), Marylebone (9 miles south), Kensington (10 miles south), St Pancras (8 miles south) and Shoreditch (9 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in New Barnet
Typical jobs here are in homes near Trent School Cockfosters, East Barnet School and The Alexandra pub, among other places. New Barnet has its own railway station: New Barnet station. Well-known places in the area include Spires Shopping Centre (1.6 miles north-west) and Francis Skaryna Belarusian Library and Museum (2 miles south). Open spaces near New Barnet include Greenhill Gardens and Darland's Lake.
What happens if roof problems are left?
Damage left open lets in more rain. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. Blocked gutters and hoppers on London houses overflow and soak brickwork. A blocked outlet ignored for a winter or two can mean damp walls inside.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. Standard is from £250 and Premium from £400, both including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before you book.
Why book with us
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See our cost guide and two real surveys.
What a survey costs
Prices vary from roof to roof, for these reasons:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
- Height and safe access
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
What we need to know
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window, and please don’t climb up for a closer look. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
When to book a survey in New Barnet
Insurers frequently want evidence of what has been damaged and why. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. The decision still rests with the insurer.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Loose or torn flashings
If you live near a park like Victoria Recreation Ground, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- What they will not be able to tell you
- What insurance they carry
- Whether you can ask questions once you have the report