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Storm Damage Roof Report in Oakleigh Park
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Oakleigh Park, from an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Lead lifted at abutments
Do you need a storm damage roof report in Oakleigh Park?
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, backed up with photos.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- New damp or leaks inside
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Trees in and around Swan Lane Open Space shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Before booking anyone
- What the report includes, and whether it has photos
- Is VAT included in the price?
- What the survey won’t cover
- What experience they bring
Storm damage roof report in Oakleigh Park
After a storm, it helps to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We are not loss adjusters and cannot tell you if your claim will succeed. What we give you is an independent record of the roof. If you’ve noticed torn or lifted flat roof coverings and loose or torn flashings, we can find out what’s behind it, on chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and ridges and hips alike.
Water getting into a London home frequently comes from a detail you can’t see from the street: the valley gutter in a butterfly roof, a parapet gutter, a chimney flashing or the flat roof over a rear extension. Whether you are tracing a leak or recording storm damage in Oakleigh Park, those are among the first places to look. A hidden gutter that overflows can send water a long way before it shows.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Where
- Oakleigh Park (N20, N12, EN4)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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FAQs for Oakleigh Park
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Oakleigh Park?
Typically it’s manageable with a little notice. Let us know what parking is available nearby, and the visit is planned around it.
Is Oakleigh Park in the area you cover?
Yes, Oakleigh Park is within the area we cover. We cover the whole of London and South East England. You can ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and some details.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
Can you survey at the weekend?
Visits run seven days a week in the daytime, which suits people who work during the week. Just say which days work for you.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts for any emergency work.
Do you look in the roof space?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
The survey, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so the back of the roof is frequently 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, tell us when you book.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- Storm damage and older wear are recorded separately where we can.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Before we arrive
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Advice
Oakleigh Park roofs and the weather
The wider area around Oakleigh Park has a long history of building, with Heath Hall about 3.5 miles south. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material. Further from the centre, London’s housing takes in interwar semis with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles as well as slate-roofed terraces. Hips, bay roofs and later loft conversions are typical of those semis, if your home is one of them. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Queenswell Infant & Nursery School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. Landlords with a home close to Oakleigh Park station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Oakleigh Park is about 2 miles south-east of Barnet, in Greater London. Oakleigh Park gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Oakleigh Park is one of the towns and villages in Greater London we cover. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: N20, N12 and EN4. We cover properties on High Road, Swan Lane and Green Road. Being close to the A1000, Oakleigh Park is simple for us to get to for storm damage roof reports. If you’re just outside Oakleigh Park, we cover Whetstone (1 mile east), North Finchley (1 mile south), Woodside Park (1 mile south-west), East Barnet (1 mile north-east) and Brunswick Park (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover London (9 miles south), City of Westminster (8 miles south), Marylebone (8 miles south), Kensington (9 miles south), St Pancras (7 miles south) and Shoreditch (8 miles south-east).
Around Oakleigh Park
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Finchley Catholic High School, Woodhouse College and Francis Skaryna Belarusian Library and Museum and the streets around them. Also close by are Swan Lane Open Space (within half a mile west) and Three Horseshoes pub (under half a mile north-west). For rail, the closest station is Oakleigh Park station, roughly 0.8 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Finchley Memorial Hospital (1.4 miles south) and Francis Skaryna Belarusian Library and Museum (0.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Oakleigh Park includes Barfield Allotments Nature Park and Highgate Hill.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is usually better. Behind a London parapet, a blocked gutter can sit full of water without anyone seeing it. By the time a ceiling stains, the timbers underneath may have been wet for a while.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, from £400 with VAT included. We can help you choose the package that fits what you want to find out.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Oakleigh Park
- Surveys on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- More than 20 years surveying roofs
- An independent view of the roof
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
See our cost guide or two real surveys.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. We record any that have lifted, cracked or come away.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Oakleigh Park
Letting agents frequently book on a landlord’s behalf, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant ahead of time.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget, putting the urgent items at the top.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
Watch the gutters in a downpour, from a window or the ground. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when booking and it will help the survey.