Not all storm damage is dramatic. After high winds and heavy rain, a roof can look normal from the street while hiding faults that will cause leaks later. A quick, careful check after a storm is worth doing.
From the ground
Look along the roof line for tiles that sit out of line, are slightly raised or have shifted. Check the ridge for gaps or tiles that are no longer straight. Look at the edges, the verges and around the chimney for loosened pointing or lifted lead. Binoculars show detail without you leaving the ground. Look at your guttering too, as tiles or debris may have hit it and bent it out of shape.
In the garden and drive
Check for broken pieces of tile, slate or mortar. Small fragments can be the only clue that something has come off. Look at the ground below the roof edge and around the chimney.
In the loft
On a dry day, look at the underside of the roof for daylight and for fresh damp marks, wet insulation or drips. A tile may be cracked in a way that is invisible from outside but lets water in. Check around the chimney breast and valleys, where water often enters.
Inside the house
New stains on ceilings, a musty smell or damp patches appearing after a storm point to water getting through. They may not show up straight away, since water takes time to travel.
Why prompt checks matter
Hidden damage can grow, because loose tiles can be lifted further by the next gale. A roofer's inspection can find faults you cannot see and fix them while they are still small.
See our Storm Damage Roof Repairs section or call 07766 547309 for a free quotation.
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