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Storm damage roof report in Thamesmead, Greater London
Storm damage roof reports in Thamesmead and the rest of Greater London. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Flat roof edges peeled back
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Thamesmead
We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: 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. We note any part we couldn’t see. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. If you’ve noticed roofs hit by falling trees and damaged flat roof membrane, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on flashings, slate and tile slopes and gutters and fascias alike.
London’s Victorian and Edwardian roofs have often been repaired many times, so a new leak can be the latest sign of wear rather than a single event. Insurers usually exclude wear and tear, so it’s useful to know whether damage is old or new. That is as true in Thamesmead as anywhere in London. A written record with photographs helps you explain what was found to whoever deals with it next.
The report does not just list problems. For each finding, it explains what it is, why it matters and what we’d recommend, so you can plan your next steps.
- Location
- Thamesmead (SE28, SE2, DA18)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Thamesmead
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- How complicated the roof is, with its valleys, chimneys and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- Whether you choose the Basic, Standard or Premium Survey
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. We confirm the price for your roof before booking.
What to tell us when you get in touch
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to let us know:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Anything about access we should know
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
Not sure which survey you need? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
Roof by roof
Slate roofs
In high winds, slates can slip or go, frequently where nails have rusted. We record which slates have moved and any signs of older nail fatigue.
Flat roof coverings
Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. We record any damage and where it is.
What you can safely check yourself
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from the ground or a window. Water spilling over the edge can point to a blockage or a sagging run.
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and falls from height are serious. That is where a survey comes in, using safe viewpoints and a drone where applicable.
What we do, step by step
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a typical home; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Many London properties are flats or terraces with no side access, so rear slopes are viewed from windows, the loft or, where a flight is allowed, by drone. If the building has a managing agent or access rules, tell us when you book.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- 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.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- For flats, make sure roof access has been agreed
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date, weekday or weekend.
Advice
Thamesmead questions
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Thamesmead?
It depends on the street. If Thamesmead has controlled parking where you are, a visitor permit is the easiest answer.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Thamesmead?
Yes, Thamesmead is one of the places we work. The survey and report are the same in Thamesmead as anywhere else.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not always. Safety comes first, and fragile or steep roofs can’t always be walked on. We use safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where applicable, and the report records anything we couldn’t see.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, like old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.
Will you check the loft?
Yes, where the survey calls for it and there is safe access. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that does not resolve it. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. Take photos from ground level first if it is safe. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Nearby places to Thamesmead
What else we do in Thamesmead
Why get it checked now?
If the damage is partly wear and tear, it is better to know. Our report gives an honest view of both, so there are no surprises later. London’s older roofs frequently have bitumen felt underlay or none at all, so a slipped slate can soon mean water inside. Left unchecked, water soaks into timber and plaster and the damage spreads.
The Premium Survey includes thermal imaging and drone inspection where applicable, which starts from £400, including VAT. We will tell you which package suits the questions you have.
Why book with us
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Every finding written up with photos
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
Read how roof surveys are priced and our case studies.
When you need someone else
To be straight with you, there are limits to any roof survey:
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- Areas we can’t see safely
- A decision on your insurance claim
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we will tell you. What our survey covers.
Roof types and parts we check
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
Storm damage roof reports around Thamesmead
The wider area around Thamesmead has a long history of building, with Eastbury Manor House about 2.4 miles north-west. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as 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. Alongside Victorian and Edwardian terraces, outer London has a great many interwar semis, often with hipped roofs of 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. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
Living close to Abbey Wood Park is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn. If you look after a building such as Jubilee Primary School, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you own a rental within reach of Abbey Wood station, tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.
Thamesmead is about 2 miles north-east of Plumstead, in Greater London. Bookings from Thamesmead are handled just like any other: a call or an email, a price, then a date. Our Greater London coverage includes Thamesmead and the places around it. London is in our area too.
Every address in SE28, SE2 and DA18 is covered for storm damage roof reports. You will find streets like Attlee Road, Aisher Road and Carlyle Road, and we cover them all. If you’re just outside Thamesmead, we cover Crossness (1 mile south-east), Dagenham Dock (1 mile north-east), Barking Riverside (1 mile north-west), Thames View Estate (2 miles north-west) and Hornchurch Marshes (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as London (10 miles west), City of Westminster (12 miles west), Marylebone (12 miles west), Kensington (14 miles west), St Pancras (11 miles west) and Shoreditch (9 miles west).
What’s near Thamesmead
Typical jobs here are in homes near Harris Garrard Academy and Abbey Wood Park and the streets around them. Thamesmead’s nearest station is Abbey Wood station, roughly 1 mile south. A little further out are Greenwich Borough Museum (1.7 miles south-west) and Gallions Reach Shopping Park (2 miles west). For a walk, there’s Crossness Nature Reserve.