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South Acton Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across South Acton, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
How a storm damage roof report works in South Acton
We inspect the roof from wherever it can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. We note any part we couldn’t see. You get a written report with photographs to give to your insurer. We survey flashings, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes, and common reasons people get in touch are damaged gutters and fascias and stains appearing after strong winds.
Many London homes are well over a century old and their roofs have been patched more than once. Insurers usually exclude wear and tear, so it helps to know whether damage is old or new. A careful look in South Acton tells the two apart where the evidence allows. A written record with photographs helps you explain what was found to whoever deals with it next.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photos, sent by email. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- South Acton (W3, W5, W4)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Should I look at the roof myself first?
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where it applies.
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
When to book a survey in South Acton
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. The report shows what was hit and the damage caused, with photos.
We are often asked to look at:
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
If you own a rental within reach of South Acton station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- When you’ll get the report
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- If they fly a drone, whether they hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
What we do, step by step
Every visit follows the same pattern: we hear what you’ve seen, inspect the roof from every safe viewpoint, photograph what we find and make notes for the report. Most visits take an hour or two at a typical home, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a London area like South Acton, the main things to sort out are parking and access: let us know about parking, the floor the property is on, any shared entrance and loft access. We then look at whatever is safely visible from ground level, windows, the loft and, where it is safe, the roof itself.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Unlock side gates and any roof access doors
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Buyers: confirm access with the estate agent or seller
Booking a survey
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price before booking.
Related advice
Honest limits
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- A price for the repairs
- The outcome of a claim
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we will suggest the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on, photographs included.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord, with the report sent to whoever needs it. Access is agreed with the tenant in advance.
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in South Acton
Can parking be tricky for a visit in South Acton?
Sometimes, yes. Where there are permit zones, a visitor permit or nearby pay-and-display bay works well.
How do I find out if my home in South Acton is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have completed over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
How long is the visit?
That depends on the size and shape of the roof; most visits take an hour or two at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email.
How do I book a survey in South Acton?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
What wind speed counts as a storm?
Each policy has its own definition. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Also near South Acton
What else we do in South Acton
Storm damage roof reports around South Acton
About 0.3 miles south-west lies Gunnersbury Park, a reminder of how long the area around South Acton has been built on. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs. Outer London has plenty of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. Bay roofs, hip ridges and dormers from later loft conversions are the details that set these houses apart. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
For businesses in and around places such as Livat Hammersmith, water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Ark Acton Academy, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
South Acton is about 1 mile south-west of Acton, in Greater London. South Acton is one of many places we visit across Greater London, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. South Acton is one of the towns and villages in Greater London where we work for storm damage roof reports. There is also a page for London.
We survey roofs across W3, W5 and W4 for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. You will find streets such as Power Road, Bollo Lane and Pope's Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around South Acton: Acton Green (1 mile east), Bedford Park (1 mile east), Acton (1 mile north-east), Hanger Hill (1 mile north) and Acton Vale (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover London (8 miles east), City of Westminster (6 miles east), Marylebone (6 miles east), Kensington (4 miles east), St Pancras (7 miles east) and Shoreditch (9 miles east).
Near you in South Acton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Leap Service - the National Autistics Society, Berrymede Junior School and Library for Iranian Studies, among other places. Nearby too are Clayton Hotel Chiswick (0.6 miles south-east) and Gunnersbury Park (under half a mile south-west). The nearest railway station is South Acton station, about 0.7 miles east. Other landmarks nearby include Livat Hammersmith (2.6 miles east) and Gunnersbury Park House - Large Mansion (less than half a mile south). The countryside around South Acton includes Castlebar Hill and Kew Gardens Lake.
Why act early in South Acton
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 South Acton, as in much of London, water from a roof defect can reach a neighbour’s home as easily as yours: a blocked parapet gutter or slipped slate can let water into the flat below or the house next door. Dealing with it early is far less disruptive.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why us?
- Photographs and a written report every time
- Package prices that include VAT
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.