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Storm damage roof report in South Kensington, Greater London
Storm damage roof reports in South Kensington and the rest of Greater London. We survey seven days a week.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Flat roof edges peeled back
South Kensington questions
Is my home in South Kensington listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Do you carry out roof surveys in South Kensington?
Yes, South Kensington is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
Do you look in the roof space?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging, as far as the space allows.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We look at everything that can safely be seen: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we can’t see is noted in the report.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
What if the roof was already worn?
Insurers normally exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it is applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Storm damage roof report in South Kensington: what you get
Each roof is looked at from the safest viewpoints available: the ground, windows and vantage points, the loft where there is access, and the roof itself where that’s safe. Every area of damage is photographed and described. If part of the roof can’t be seen, the report says so. You get a report with photos to give to your insurer. If you’ve noticed flat roof edges peeled back and holes or cracks caused by debris, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, gutters and fascias and flashings alike.
Water getting into a London home often comes from a detail you cannot 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 South Kensington, those are among the first places to look. A hidden gutter that overflows can send water a long way before it shows.
The report is yours to share with whoever needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Location
- South Kensington (SW3, SW7, SW10)
- Region
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Nearby places to South Kensington
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Useful tips for South Kensington property owners
These tips come from what we see on roofs every week:
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Photograph damage inside the house too
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
Once we’ve been, the findings are written up with photos. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
Leaks and storm damage in South Kensington
Close to the centre of London, a great many houses are Victorian or Edwardian terraces, many of them roofed in Welsh slate. Many have butterfly roofs draining to a central valley gutter, with parapet walls and gutters hidden behind them. Lead flashings, party-wall upstands and shared chimney stacks are typical of these houses, if yours is one of them. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. With Carlyle's House about 0.6 miles south-east, South Kensington sits in an area with a long building history. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
Shop and office owners around Harrods may find that water through a ceiling can damage stock and close a sales floor, so the source needs finding fast. If you live near a park such as Burton’s Court, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall.
South Kensington is about 1 mile south-east of Kensington, in Greater London. Whether the building in South Kensington is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Greater London, we cover South Kensington and the places around it.
We cover every part of SW3, SW7 and SW10 for storm damage roof reports. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on King's Road, Fulham Road and Museum Lane or a nearby road, we can help. South Kensington is on the A3217, which makes it straightforward to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Little Chelsea (1 mile south), Chelsea (1 mile east), Brompton (1 mile north-east), World's End (1 mile south) and Earl's Court (1 mile west). Within a short drive, we also cover London (4 miles east), St Pancras (4 miles north-east), Shoreditch (5 miles north-east), Walthamstow (9 miles north-east), Hoxton (5 miles north-east) and Whitechapel (5 miles east).
Local landmarks in South Kensington
We work in homes and buildings around London School of Dramatic Art, Burton’s Court and Anglesea Arms, among other places. Other local landmarks include Natural History Museum Library and Archives (less than half a mile north) and Collingham College (0.5 miles west). The nearest railway station is West Brompton station, roughly 0.8 miles west. Nearby you will also find Victoria and Albert Museum Spiral (under half a mile north) and Baynard's Castle (3.6 miles north-east). The countryside around South Kensington includes Serpentine and Campden Hill.
How the survey works
You do not need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we’ll get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In converted houses and mansion blocks, the loft hatch is often on a shared landing. If that applies to your building, it helps to agree access with the neighbours or the managing agent first. Everything else is planned around the building, not the postcode.
- 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.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
How to prepare
- Jot down any questions you want answered
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
How to book
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email to find out.
Advice
Landlords, agents and block managers in South Kensington
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
With a portfolio of properties, surveys can be booked for more than one address. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How we price storm damage roof reports
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- The height of the building and how the roof can safely be seen
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- How big the roof is
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so the price reflects that. You’ll know the figure before booking.
What we need to know
To price your survey accurately, we will ask about:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
- The reason for the survey, like buying, a leak or storm damage
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in South Kensington
Insurers frequently want evidence of what has been damaged and why. A written report with photos gives you something clear to pass on. Your insurer still makes the decision.
Common reasons to book include:
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged ridges and hips
If you own a rental within reach of West Brompton station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is added on top
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Their insurance cover
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
What a storm damage roof report doesn’t cover
No survey can tell you everything, and it is better to know them up front. Keep these in mind:
- A price for the repairs
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- The outcome of a claim
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll point you to the right survey. The full list of what we check.
Roofs we survey in South Kensington
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings