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Storm Damage Roof Report in Woolwich
Wondering about the roof at a property in Woolwich? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Woolwich and across Greater London.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Loose or torn flashings
How a storm damage roof report works in Woolwich
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: 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. If you’re worried about damaged flat roof membrane and damaged gutters and fascias, we can find out what’s behind it.
In converted houses and blocks across London, water from a roof can run a long way before it shows on a ceiling. That makes the source hard to pin down, and finding it matters for whoever has to deal with it. In Woolwich, we inspect what we can reach safely and are given access to. Let us know when the water shows, and in what kind of weather.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Place
- Woolwich (SE18, E16, SE7)
- Region
- Greater London
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
How we price storm damage roof reports
Prices vary from roof to roof, and it comes down to:
- How big the roof is
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the exact price before booking.
Getting in touch
You don’t need to know any roofing terms. Just tell us:
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from the ground or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
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Common questions in Woolwich
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Woolwich?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Will parking be an issue for a roof survey in Woolwich?
It depends on the street. If Woolwich has controlled parking where you are, a visitor permit is the easiest answer.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
How do I book a survey in Woolwich?
Just ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address. We will ask a few questions, confirm the price and agree a date.
Do you use drones?
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.
Does someone need to be in?
It depends on what we need to see. Inside the building and in the loft, we need someone to let us in.
Storm damage roof reports around Woolwich
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. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. About 2.9 miles west lies Queen's House, a reminder of how long the area around Woolwich has been built on. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
Anyone responsible for a site like Mulgrave Primary School will know that water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot. Shop and office owners around Gallions Reach Shopping Park may find that a quick answer on where water is coming in keeps a business running.
Woolwich is about 6 miles south-east of Leyton, in Greater London. Woolwich is part of the area we cover and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Our area takes in places right across Greater London, large and small. We also survey roofs in London.
Here we cover the SE18, E16 and SE7 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Whether your property is on Market Street, Woolwich High Street and Beresford Square Market Place or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Other places close to Woolwich include Plumstead (1 mile east), Charlton (1 mile west), New Charlton (1 mile west), Shooter's Hill (1 mile south) and Kidbrooke (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns like London (7 miles west), City of Westminster (9 miles west), Marylebone (9 miles west), Kensington (11 miles west), St Pancras (8 miles west) and Shoreditch (7 miles north-west).
Around Woolwich
Typical jobs here are in homes near Woolwich Common, Oasis Academy Silvertown and Oasis Academy Silvertown and the streets around them. Woolwich has its own railway station: Woolwich Dockyard station. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Artillery Museum (0.5 miles north-east) and British Hospital for Mothers and Babies (0.5 miles west). Open spaces near Woolwich include Gilbert's Pit.
Roof by roof
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. Each gap is recorded with a photo.
How the survey works
Where it is relevant and can be reached safely, the loft space is checked as well as the outside. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement. All in, the survey normally takes about 1–2 hours at most homes, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. From the street, a London terrace normally shows only its front slope or parapet, so in Woolwich we work round the house, using the street, the windows, the loft and any safe vantage point behind it. If other people live in the building, let us know who can let us into the shared parts.
- 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.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Agree roof access with the managing agent if it is shared
- Keep pets in another room
Book a survey
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or email us. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
Related advice
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the addresses.
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey helps you spot issues early and plan the work around your tenants.
Practical tips
There is plenty you can do without going near the roof. What helps most:
- Take photos of stains and damp inside
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
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.
Store invoices and reports for any roof work. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
When to book a survey in Woolwich
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Loose or torn flashings
If you let a flat or house near Woolwich Dockyard station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Before booking anyone
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- Their insurance cover
- What exactly goes into their report