Buckinghamshire · London and the South East
North Lee Storm Damage Roof Report
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in North Lee from an independent roof surveyor. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
Storm damage roof report in North Lee
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Slates and tiles slip or blow off, ridge and hip tiles lift, flashings pull away and flat roof coverings can tear. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. Typical surveys look at gaps where slates or tiles have gone and damaged gutters and fascias, across slate and tile slopes, chimney stacks and flashings.
In a village or hamlet like North Lee, older cottages and farmhouses frequently have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, which matters if you are thinking of an insurance claim. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Nothing in the report is left vague: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Place
- North Lee (HP22)
- Wider area
- Buckinghamshire
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Wind can pull the flashings away from a chimney. Loose flashings are recorded.
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. We look at whether the damage is recent or older.
How the survey works
We don’t take risks to get a closer look. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and if part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. The survey normally takes about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Older roofs in small places like North Lee can have low, tight loft spaces, so tell us about the loft hatch and any ladder. Only areas that can be reached safely are inspected.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Leave a clear route to the loft
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from ground level or a window are fine. To get started, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
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North Lee: your questions answered
Is North Lee within the area you cover?
Yes, smaller places are covered as well as towns. We cover the whole of London and South East England. Just mention lanes, gates or anything else about the route when booking.
Do you carry out roof surveys in North Lee?
Yes, North Lee is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and a few details.
Do you climb onto every roof?
Only when it’s safe. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs cannot always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the loft space and a drone where it applies, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Just let us know the days that suit you.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is not usually covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. Our suggestions:
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
What a survey costs
We confirm the price for your survey before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- House, block, shop or office
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where it applies, from £400 including VAT. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Helping us price your survey
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- What’s prompted the survey
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Acting quickly normally means less damage overall. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like North Lee, driving rain gets into any weakness, and damp in older walls is slow to dry out.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why book with us
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- An independent look at the roof
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
Surveys for landlords and agents in North Lee
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. Surveys run seven days a week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
For a freeholder or residents’ company, a roof report is a sound basis for a maintenance plan, with the most urgent items set out first.
Leaks and storm damage in North Lee
An older home may be listed, or stand in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. Re-roofing in different materials may need permission there. Thatch survives on some older buildings in Buckinghamshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
If you look after a building like Stoke Mandeville Combined School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If you let a flat or house near Stoke Mandeville station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. If you live in an older home near Church of St Mary, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
North Lee is about 3 miles south of Aylesbury, in Buckinghamshire. We provide storm damage roof reports for homeowners, landlords and businesses in North Lee and nearby. North Lee is one of the places in Buckinghamshire we cover. We also survey roofs in Milton Keynes.
We work across the HP22 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Close by, we survey roofs in Nash Lee (1 mile south-east), Terrick (1 mile south-east), Chalkshire (1 mile south-east), Stoke Mandeville (1 mile north-east) and Ellesborough (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Aylesbury (3 miles north), High Wycombe (10 miles south), Chesham (9 miles south-east), Marlow (14 miles south), Amersham (11 miles south-east) and Beaconsfield (13 miles south-east).
Landmarks near North Lee
Around North Lee, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Mandeville School. The nearest railway station is Stoke Mandeville station, about 1.1 miles north-east. Well-known places in the area include National Paralympic Heritage Centre (1.9 miles north) and Little Kimble Motte (1.7 miles south). Open spaces near North Lee include Brush Hill Local Nature Reserve and Beacon Hill.