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Storm Damage Roof Report in Wood Green

Know where you stand with the roof before you decide what to do next. Storm damage roof reports in Wood Green, with photos and a clear written report.

  • Ridge tiles that have come loose
  • Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
  • Loose or torn flashings

Storm damage roof reports in Wood Green

About our storm damage roof report in Wood Green

We inspect the roof from wherever it can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and higher points, from the loft space and from the roof where it is safe. We photograph and describe each area of damage. If part of the roof cannot be seen, the report says so. The report, with photos, is yours to pass to your insurer. Common reasons to book are flashings pulled away from walls or stacks and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, across flat roofs, chimney stacks and gutters and fascias.

In London, leaks frequently 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 Wood Green, those are among the first places to look. A hidden gutter that overflows can send water a long way before it shows.

The written findings come by email, easy to pass on to a roofer, an agent or an insurer. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24–48 hours for Standard and same day for Premium.

Where
Wood Green (N22, N8)
Region
Greater London
Cost
From £150 inc. VAT
Your report
Emailed report with photos and recommendations
Survey days
Weekdays and weekends
Insured
PI and public liability insurance
Telephone
07833 053749
Last updated
27 October 2026
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What we look for on each type of roof

Flat roof coverings

Wind can lift the edges of flat roof coverings or tear them. Damage is photographed and described.

Slate roofs

Natural slate can last 100 years or more, but the nails frequently fail first. We look at whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.

What we cannot see

Every survey has limits, and we’d rather be clear about that before booking. Bear these in mind:

  • What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
  • Negotiating a claim settlement
  • How your policy defines a storm

Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or email us and we will tell you. What our survey covers.

Roofs we survey in Wood Green

  • Ridges and hips
  • Flashings
  • Gutters and fascias
  • Flat roofs
  • Slate and tile slopes
  • Chimney stacks

Practical tips

There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:

  • Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
  • Take photos of stains and damp inside
  • File receipts for anything you pay for
  • Note the date and time you first saw the damage

After the visit, we write up the report with photos of each area of damage. 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 gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Overflowing gutters can make storm damage worse.

What we’re asked to look at in Wood Green

Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.

People usually book a survey after spotting something like this:

  • Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
  • Damaged ridges and hips
  • Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
  • Holes or cracks caused by debris

Landlords with a home close to Alexandra Palace station may find that tracing a leak quickly matters when a tenant is living with it.

What to check before booking

  • Whether the loft space is looked at, where there is one
  • Whether VAT is in the quoted price
  • Is there a chance to talk the report through?
  • Their insurance cover

What to expect from a roof survey

What happens on the day

Once we’ve finished looking, we write up our findings in a report with photos. On timing, most surveys take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, rising to roughly 3–4 hours on a commercial building. In Wood Green, as in much of London, a good many properties are flats or terraces without side access, so the back of the roof is frequently seen from upstairs windows, from inside or, where a flight is allowed, from the air. Mention any building rules, key holders or managing agents when you book.

  1. We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
  2. We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
  3. The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
  4. We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
  5. You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.

Before the survey

  • Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
  • Leave side gates unlocked
  • If you’re buying, check with the agent that we can get in

How to book

To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before booking.

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Advice

Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Wood Green

Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Wood Green?

London parking needs a little planning, so let us know about permits, bays or a driveway when you book. The visit is then planned around what’s available.

Is Wood Green in the area you cover?

Yes. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and Wood Green is part of that. You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details, and we will talk through which survey suits.

How much is a storm damage roof report?

Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. It doesn’t include repair costs, so you’ll need a roofer’s quote for those.

Who handles emergency protection after a storm?

A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. Our report then records the roof.

Will my insurer pay for an old roof?

Insurers normally exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. Your insurer decides the claim.

Can I challenge a declined storm claim?

The first step is a complaint to your insurer. If you’re still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. An independent report can add to your evidence, though we cannot predict the outcome.

Can you survey at the weekend?

Surveys run on any day of the week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.

What a storm damage roof report looks like in Wood Green

The wider area around Wood Green has a long history of building, with Bruce Castle about 1.4 miles east. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. In outer London, interwar semis with hipped, tiled roofs sit alongside older slate-roofed terraces. Hips, bay roofs and later loft conversions are typical of those semis, if your home is one of them. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.

For businesses in and around places like The Mall Wood Green, a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running. If you live near a park like Woodside Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys.

Wood Green is about 3 miles south-west of Edmonton, in Greater London. We survey roofs in Wood Green and the surrounding area as part of our work across London and South East England. We cover towns and villages across Greater London, from the larger towns to small villages. There is also a page for London.

All of N22 and N8 is covered for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Vincent Square, Station Road and Gathorne Road or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Main roads around Wood Green include the B151, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Noel Park (1 mile south-east), Turnpike Lane (1 mile south), Hornsey (1 mile south-west), Crouch End (1 mile south-west) and Stroud Green (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover London (7 miles south), City of Westminster (6 miles south), Marylebone (6 miles south), Kensington (8 miles south-west), St Pancras (5 miles south) and Shoreditch (5 miles south).

What’s near Wood Green

Typical jobs here are in homes near St Thomas More Catholic School, Woodside Park and The Nag's Head pub. For rail, the closest station is Alexandra Palace station, roughly 0.5 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Broomfield House Museum (1.3 miles north) and The Mall Wood Green (within half a mile south). Not far away are Railway Fields and Highgate Hill.

Map of Wood Green © OpenStreetMap contributors

Can I check my roof myself?

It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when booking, as it helps us focus the survey.

A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.

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