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Storm damage roof report in Yiewsley, Greater London
Not sure what state the roof is in? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Yiewsley and across Greater London, with plain-English findings.
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
About our storm damage roof report in Yiewsley
Wear and tear is normally excluded from home insurance. So it matters whether the damage came from the storm or from a roof that was already worn. Our report records both: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. We’re frequently asked to look into damaged ridges and hips and stains appearing after strong winds, across slate and tile slopes, ridges and hips and flat roofs.
London’s Victorian and Edwardian roofs have often been repaired many times. Telling wear from a one-off event matters, because insurers usually exclude wear and tear. A careful look in Yiewsley tells the two apart where the evidence allows. A written record with photos helps you explain what was found to whoever deals with it next.
How fast the report arrives depends on the package: Basic within 48 hours, Standard in 24–48 hours and Premium the same day.
- Location
- Yiewsley (UB7, UB8)
- Wider area
- Greater London
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we look for on each type of roof
Lead flashings
Wind can peel back flashings at abutments and stacks. Loose or damaged flashings are photographed and noted.
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are frequently where flat roof coverings start to peel back. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
What you can safely check yourself
A DIY look is useful, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are frequently out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
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 part is for a survey.
What happens on the day
We look at the roof from outside and, where it’s relevant and there’s safe access, from inside the loft space too. Inside, we look for staining, damp, gaps and signs of movement, as far as the space allows. The whole visit normally takes an hour or two for a house, and longer for a large or complex roof. For a visit in Yiewsley, parking and access are the things to plan: let us know about parking, the floor the property is on, any shared entrance and loft access. We then look at everything that’s safely in view from ground level, windows, the loft and, where it is safe, the roof itself.
- 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.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Find any records of previous roof work
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. For a price or to book, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Related advice
When you need someone else
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, and that sets some limits:
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
- Whether your insurer will pay the claim
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll tell you before booking. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
Storm damage roof reports in Yiewsley: local notes
Outer London has plenty of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with slate roofs, but also a great many interwar semis, frequently with hipped roofs in clay or concrete tiles. If your home in Yiewsley is one of them, bay roofs, hips and later dormers each have their own details. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in. Historic houses such as Ickenham Hall, about 3.3 miles north, show how far back building in the area around Yiewsley goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years.
Landlords with a home close to West Drayton station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. Trees in and around Lake Farm Country Park shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Matthew's, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Yiewsley is about 2 miles south-west of Hillingdon, in Greater London. Roofs in Yiewsley get the same thorough look as anywhere else in Greater London. Our area takes in places right across Greater London. You can also see our page for London.
Postcode districts we cover here for storm damage roof reports: UB7 and UB8. Whether your property is on High Street, Castle Avenue and Kingston Avenue or anywhere close by, we can help. Being close to the A408, Yiewsley is simple for us to get to for storm damage roof reports. If you’re just outside Yiewsley, we cover West Drayton (1 mile south), Cowley (1 mile north-west), Thorney (1 mile south-west), Hillingdon (2 miles north-east) and Uxbridge (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include City of Westminster (13 miles east), Marylebone (14 miles east), Kensington (11 miles east), St Pancras (15 miles east), Hampstead (13 miles east) and Ruislip (5 miles north-east).
Near you in Yiewsley
In Yiewsley, that means homes and buildings near Stockley Academy, Lake Farm Country Park and George and Dragon pub. The closest station to Yiewsley is West Drayton station, about 0.5 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Hillingdon Hospital (0.7 miles north) and The Chimes (2.1 miles north). For a walk, there is Uxbridge Moor and Staines Reservoirs.
Common questions in Yiewsley
Can parking be tricky for a visit in Yiewsley?
Typically it’s manageable with a little notice. Let us know the parking rules on your street and we’ll work around them.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Yiewsley?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
How do I book a survey in Yiewsley?
The quickest way is to ring 07833 053749 or email us. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will suggest the right survey. Surveys run seven days a week.
How long does the survey take?
It normally takes about one to two hours at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. The written report follows by email.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, over more than 20 years.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
There is no single figure. Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies. Your policy document will say.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We carry out surveys on any day of the week. To arrange a date, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
For landlords and managing agents
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the visit with that in mind.
An agent can book and manage the survey for a landlord. We agree a time with the tenant beforehand.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
- Roof area
- The height of the building and how the roof can be seen safely
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included, and we can help you choose.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- The kind of building and roof involved
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or email us. The price is agreed before a date is set.