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Storm damage roof report in Walham Green, Greater London
Get a clear view of the roof at a property in Walham Green. We visit on weekdays and at weekends.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- New damp or leaks inside
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Walham Green: your questions answered
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Walham Green?
In much of London, parking needs planning: a visitor permit or a nearby bay makes the day run more smoothly.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Walham Green?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
What’s the best way to book?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, including flight restriction zones near airports. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. If it isn’t resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Storm damage roof report in Walham Green: what you get
After a storm, safety comes first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and don’t climb onto the roof. Emergency temporary protection, such as covering an opening, is a job for a roofer. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. If you’ve noticed roofs hit by falling trees and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, a survey will tell you what’s going on.
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 are tracing a leak or recording storm damage in Walham Green, those are among the first places to look. A hidden gutter that overflows can send water a long way before it shows.
After the visit, you get a written report with photos, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Walham Green (SW6, SW10, SW11)
- Region
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price storm damage roof reports
To price your survey, we look at:
- The size of the roof
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
Getting in touch
You do not need to know any roofing terms. Just let us know:
- Any photos you have, taken from ground level or a window
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- Access details, like a loft hatch or a shared roof
- Dates you’re working to, such as exchange
Unsure which package suits your roof? The easiest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us and describe the roof and why you want it surveyed. We’ll explain the options and the price.
Why it’s worth a survey now in Walham Green
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. Our report gives an honest view of both, so there are no surprises later. Blocked gutters and hoppers on London houses overflow and soak brickwork. A blocked outlet ignored for a winter or two can mean damp walls inside.
To find out what your survey will cost, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and tell us about the roof. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Walham Green
- Photos and a written report every time
- An independent view of the roof
- Visits on any day of the week
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Read our cost guide or our case studies.
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How it works
We photograph the roof as we go, so you can see in the report what we found and where. We take close-ups from wherever is safe, including by drone where it’s applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. 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, let us know when booking.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- 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
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Note where any stains or damp appear
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
Booking a survey
Once you know what you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. We will suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
What we can’t see
In fairness, a roof survey has limits:
- A price for the repairs
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- A decision on your insurance 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.
What this survey covers
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
Different roofs, different checks
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. We record any damage we can see.
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
Storm damage roof reports around Walham Green
Historic houses like Carlyle's House, about 1 mile north-east, show how far back building in the area around Walham Green goes. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. Many homes in inner London are Victorian and Edwardian terraces, frequently with Welsh slate roofs. Many have butterfly roofs draining to a central valley gutter, with parapet walls and gutters hidden behind them. In a house like that, shared stacks, party-wall upstands and lead flashings all need looking at as far as they can be seen. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Shop and office owners around Putney Exchange 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 William Parnell Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys. Take an older house close to Church of St John: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Walham Green is about 2 miles south of Kensington, in Greater London. We cover Walham Green and the rest of Greater London, as part of our work across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages.
We survey roofs across the SW6, SW10 and SW11 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. We cover properties on Farm Lane, Lots Road and Epple Road and the roads around them. With the A304 close by, Walham Green is easy for us to reach for storm damage roof reports. Close by, we survey roofs in Chelsea Harbour (1 mile south-east), Parsons Green (1 mile south-west), World's End (1 mile north-east), Sands End (1 mile south-east) and West Brompton (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover London (4 miles east), City of Westminster (3 miles north-east), Marylebone (3 miles north-east), St Pancras (5 miles north-east), Shoreditch (6 miles north-east) and Walthamstow (10 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Walham Green
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Natural History Museum Library and Archives, Heatherley School of Fine Art and Langford Primary School, among other places. You will also find William Parnell Park (within half a mile south) and The Rose pub (under half a mile south-east). There’s a railway station in Walham Green itself: Imperial Wharf station. A little further out are Chelsea Stadium Tour And Museum (within half a mile north) and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital (0.5 miles north-east). Not far away are Battersea Park Lake and WWT London Wetland Centre.
What you can safely check yourself
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it.
A lot can be seen from ground level. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please don’t climb up for a closer look.