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Storm Damage Roof Report in Pinner
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Pinner, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photographs.
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Roofs hit by falling trees
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Stacks with existing defects tend to suffer more in storms. We record both the storm damage and the older wear.
Flat roof coverings
Lifted trims and laps are common after a storm. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
Storm damage roof report in Pinner: what you get
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. If you’ve noticed lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and damaged flat roof membrane, we can find out what’s behind it.
London’s Victorian and Edwardian roofs have frequently been repaired many times. Insurers normally exclude wear and tear, so it helps to know whether damage is old or new. A careful look in Pinner tells the two apart where the evidence allows. Photographs and a written account give you something specific to show an insurer, a landlord or a roofer.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. That way, it’s clear what was covered and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Pinner (HA5)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Pinner roofs and the weather
Outer London has a good many Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, frequently 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. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. Historic houses such as Headstone Manor, about 1.5 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Pinner goes. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like West Lodge Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Living close to Eastcote House Gardens is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
Pinner is about 1 mile north-east of Ruislip, in Greater London. We survey roofs in Pinner and the rest of Greater London. Pinner is one of the towns and villages in Greater London we cover. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in HA5 are booked the same way as anywhere else. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Love Lane, Tudor Road and Marsh Road. We also cover Pinner Green (1 mile north-west), Eastcote (1 mile south), North Harrow (1 mile south-east), Roxbourne (1 mile south) and Rayners Lane (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as London (14 miles south-east), City of Westminster (12 miles south-east), Marylebone (12 miles south-east), Kensington (10 miles south-east), St Pancras (13 miles east) and Shoreditch (14 miles east).
Around Pinner
Around Pinner, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Pinner High School, Heathfield School and The Oddfellows Arms. For rail, the closest station is Hatch End station, roughly 1.4 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Northwood and Pinner Cottage Hospital (1.3 miles north-west) and St. George's Shopping Centre (2.3 miles east). For a walk, there’s Horse Shoe Bay and Northala Fields.
What we do, step by step
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the loft space if there is safe access. All told, expect between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In Pinner, visits are available on weekdays and at weekends. London parking is often by permit or pay-and-display, so it helps to know what’s near you. Upstairs rooms at the back are useful too, as they often give the best view of a rear addition.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with whoever owns or manages the building
- Let us know about parking near the property
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Getting a price
Every survey is priced before it is booked, so you know the cost up front. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Advice
Before and after the survey
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. It’s your record to use.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
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When to book a survey in Pinner
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. Your insurer still makes the decision.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Shop and office owners around St. George's Shopping Centre may find that a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How long they’ve been surveying roofs
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Their insurance cover
Why get it checked now?
If the damage is partly wear and tear, it is better to know. We record storm damage and older defects, so there are no surprises later. In a London terrace or conversion, a roof defect rarely stays your problem alone: a blocked parapet gutter or slipped slate can let water into the flat below or the house next door. Finding it early keeps the work smaller.
The cost of a survey depends on the roof: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Prices start from £150, including VAT.
What you get with us
- Over 20 years’ experience
- More than 5,000 surveys completed
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
Take a look at what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Pinner
Do you carry out roof surveys in Pinner?
Yes, Pinner is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. You can call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Pinner is listed?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It’s worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
How are storm damage reports priced?
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It does not include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.
How long does the survey take?
Most surveys take about one to two hours on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. We will confirm the timing when booking.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there’s safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
Each policy has its own definition. Many treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but check your own wording.
For landlords and managing agents
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.