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Storm Damage Roof Report in Shortlands
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Shortlands. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Water coming in after the storm
- Loose or torn flashings
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Shortlands
High winds typically affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. If you are worried about roofs hit by falling trees and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, we can find out what’s behind it, on chimney stacks, ridges and hips and flat roofs alike.
In London, leaks often start somewhere hidden: the valley gutter in a butterfly roof, a parapet gutter, a chimney flashing or the flat roof over a rear extension. Whether you’re tracing a leak or recording storm damage in Shortlands, those are among the first places to look. Water from a hidden gutter can run along joists and show up a room or two away.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, emailed to you. It explains the condition of the roof, the defects we found and what we recommend.
- Where
- Shortlands (BR2, BR1, BR3)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What happens if roof problems are left?
It helps to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Further storms and quick fixes can make the picture less clear. Any roof job in Shortlands means planning around parking, neighbours and access. That’s a good reason to find problems early, while there is time to plan, rather than in a rush after a leak.
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, from £400 inc. VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What you get with us
- An independent view of the roof
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
Landlord and commercial surveys in Shortlands
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. We survey on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which can make access easier.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
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How the survey works
Where it’s relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. All in, the survey normally takes about one to two hours for a house, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. For a visit in Shortlands, parking and access are the things to plan: tell us about permits, visitor bays or off-street space, which floor the property is on and how to get into the loft. We then look at everything that’s safely in view from ground level, windows, the loft and, where it’s safe, the roof itself.
- 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.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Keep pets in another room
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Jot down any questions you want answered
Booking a survey
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the details.
Advice
Wind, rain and roofs in Shortlands
With Bromley Palace about 0.8 miles north-east, Shortlands sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, 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. If your home in Shortlands is one of them, bay roofs, hips and later dormers each have their own details. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
The streets around a church like St Mark's Church are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in. If you run a business near The Mall, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. Anyone responsible for a site like Highfield Infants' School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Shortlands is about 1 mile south-west of Bromley, in Greater London. Shortlands gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a proper look at what can safely be seen, photographs and a clear written report. Across Greater London, we cover Shortlands and the places around it. There is also a page for London.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: BR2, BR1 and BR3. Whether your property is on Hayes Lane, Stone Road and Hayes Road or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Shortlands: Eden Park (1 mile south-west), Hayes (2 miles south), Bromley Common (2 miles south-east), West Wickham (2 miles south-west) and Southborough (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (8 miles north-west), City of Westminster (10 miles north-west), Marylebone (11 miles north-west), Kensington (11 miles north-west), St Pancras (10 miles north-west) and Shoreditch (10 miles north).
Around Shortlands
In Shortlands, that means homes and buildings near The Richmal Crompton pub, Church House Gardens and Langley Park School for Girls, among other places. The nearest railway station is Shortlands station, roughly 0.5 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Bromley Hospital (0.7 miles east) and Bethlem Museum of the Mind (1.6 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Summer Hill and Downham Woodland Walk.
How we price storm damage roof reports
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. That comes down to:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Roof area
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Helping us price your survey
The more you let us know, the easier it is to price the survey. When you contact us, let us know:
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- When you need the report by
- The address and postcode of the property
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. We note where this has happened and any damp inside.
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles can lift, crack or blow off in high winds. We record which are damaged and where.
Useful tips for Shortlands property owners
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it is safe to do so
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Take photos from the ground or a window, never by climbing
After the visit, we write up the report with photos of each area of damage. It covers the damage, its likely cause and any older defects. Basic reports arrive within 48 hours, Standard reports in 24 to 48 hours and Premium reports the same day.
Clear gutters and outlets before the stormy months. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
FAQs for Shortlands
Is Shortlands in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and South East England, and Shortlands is part of that. Just phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and let us know about the property.
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Shortlands?
London parking needs a little planning, so let us know about permits, bays or a driveway when you book. The visit is then planned around what’s available.
I live in a flat. Can you survey the roof?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Let us know about it as you book and we’ll plan the survey around it.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. For the rest of the building, a RICS home survey is a separate job.
What does a storm damage report cost?
A storm damage report starts from £150. Larger roofs are quoted for their size. The report does not include repair costs.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and every flight depends on the airspace and the weather.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.