Emergency
Missing Tiles After a Storm — What to Do
If you're standing in the garden looking at tiles on the lawn, this guide gets you straight to the insurance-friendly next steps and a same-day make-safe.
What you're seeing
- Tiles or slates on the ground after a storm
- A visibly bare patch on the roof
- Daylight showing through into the loft
What it means
Wind has overcome the nail or mortar holding the tile down. On Victorian roofs this usually means nail-sickness is starting and more tiles will follow. On modern roofs, ridge-tile lift is the common pattern.
Do this now
- Photograph the damage and pick up any tiles from the ground
- Move cars and bins away from below the affected area
- Call us for a same-day make-safe — tarpaulin or temporary tile fixing
Professional fix
Same-day make-safe with tarpaulin or temporary tile, then a return visit for permanent tile replacement plus a full inspection of the surrounding area for further failures.
Typical cost
Same-day make-safe £180–£350. Tile replacement typically £250–£700 depending on scaffolding need.