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Storm damage roof report in South Croydon, Greater London
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out storm damage roof reports in South Croydon and across Greater London.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Water coming in after the storm
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.
Lead flashings
When flashings lift, water can get behind them. The report records the flashing and any damp inside.
Storm damage roof report in South Croydon
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. We record what the roof shows about the damage and its likely cause. Weather records for the date are for you or your insurer to check. We survey ridges and hips, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes, and people most often book us about new damp or leaks inside and roofs hit by falling trees.
Many London homes are well over a century old and their roofs have been patched more than once. Insurers typically exclude wear and tear, so it is useful to know whether damage is old or new. A careful look in South Croydon tells the two apart where the evidence allows. A written record with photos helps you explain what was found to whoever deals with it next.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Place
- South Croydon (CR2, CR8, CR0)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you are not relying only on your own photos. In South Croydon, as across London, an overflowing gutter soaks the wall below. A blocked outlet ignored for a winter or two can mean damp walls inside.
We offer three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book with us
- An independent look at the roof
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- 20+ years’ experience
- Clear package prices, including VAT
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
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How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available. Most surveys take between one and two hours at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. In a London area like South Croydon, the main things to sort out are parking and access: let us know 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 whatever is safely visible from the ground, windows, the loft and, where it is safe, the roof itself.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- 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.
Before the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we are looking at
- Make sure we can get to the back of the property
Book a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, so phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the details.
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Useful tips for South Croydon property owners
A little preparation and a few simple habits help, both for the survey and for the roof itself. Some pointers:
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. If that does not resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
South Croydon questions
Can parking be tricky for a visit in South Croydon?
Normally it is manageable with a little notice. Let us know the parking rules on your street and we’ll work around them.
Do you carry out roof surveys in South Croydon?
We do. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
The first step is a complaint to your insurer. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we can’t predict the outcome.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We don’t sample or test for asbestos. The report may flag materials that could contain asbestos on buildings built or refurbished before 2000, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey on any day from Monday to Sunday, during the day, which suits people who work during the week. Let us know your preferred days as you book.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Normally, if there is one and it can be reached safely. The roof space can show things the outside can’t, such as damp timbers, staining or daylight.
Will you deal with the insurance company for me?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
What you can safely check yourself
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
After heavy rain, check ceilings and the tops of walls for new stains. Photograph them and note the date, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
Wind, rain and roofs in South Croydon
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. On a semi of that age, the small roofs over the bays, the hip tiles and any later dormer each need their own look. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. With Addington Palace about 2.4 miles east, South Croydon sits in an area with a long building history. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Landlords with a home close to Sanderstead station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. Take an older house close to Church of St Augustine: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. Shop and office owners around St George's Walk may find that a leak can close part of a shop or office, so finding the cause quickly matters.
South Croydon is about 1 mile south of Croydon, in Greater London. We carry out storm damage roof reports for householders, landlords and businesses in South Croydon. South Croydon is one of the towns and villages in Greater London we cover for storm damage roof reports. For surveys nearby, see our London page.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: CR2, CR8 and CR0. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Edgar Road, Bynes Road and Grange Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Croydon (1 mile north), Coombe (1 mile north-east), Sanderstead (1 mile south-east), Riddlesdown (2 miles south) and Selsdon (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover London (10 miles north), City of Westminster (11 miles north), Marylebone (12 miles north), Kensington (11 miles north-west), St Pancras (12 miles north) and Shoreditch (12 miles north).
Around South Croydon
In South Croydon, that means homes and buildings near The Purley Arms, Harris Academy Purley and Duppas Hill. South Croydon has its own railway station: Sanderstead station. Well-known places in the area include Purley War Memorial Hospital (1.2 miles south-west) and Croydon Airport Visitor Centre (1 mile west). For a walk, there is Roundshaw Downs and Duppas Hill.
For landlords and managing agents
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps with budgets and planning.
Shared roofs need a little more planning: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Tell us about it when you book and we will plan the visit with that in mind.