Surrey · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Abinger
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Abinger, using drones and thermal imaging where applicable. Call or email for a price.
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Water coming in after the storm
What this survey cannot tell you
This isn’t a RICS building survey, a structural engineer’s report or an asbestos survey. Other limits to bear in mind:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
- How your policy defines a storm
Not sure which survey suits your roof? You can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll tell you. The full list of what we check.
What we look at
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
How a storm damage roof report works in Abinger
What counts as a storm depends on your policy, though many use gusts of about 55 mph. Your policy document sets out its own definition. We do not decide whether a storm met that test. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Typical surveys look at lead lifted at abutments and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, across ridges and hips, slate and tile slopes and flashings.
Somewhere as small as Abinger, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, especially to an insurer. We check whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
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.
- Place
- Abinger (RH5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What you can safely check yourself
It helps to keep a record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Send it with your enquiry and it will help the survey.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from ground level: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
Nearby places to Abinger
What else we do in Abinger
Roof by roof
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. We record any damage we can see.
Flat roof coverings
Edge trims and laps are often where flat roof coverings start to peel back. The report notes signs of recent damage and older wear.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- How many separate roofs there are, such as extensions, dormers and garages
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The shape of the roof and its details
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
What we need to know
There’s no need for technical words. It is enough to tell us:
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The property’s address and postcode
- What kind of property and roof it is
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
The survey, step by step
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes an hour or two for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. You’re welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Cottages and farmhouses around Abinger frequently have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- The likely cause is recorded, along with any evidence of older wear.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Getting a price
Prices start from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
Advice
Storm damage roof reports around Abinger
Historic houses such as Polesden Lacey, about 3.9 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Abinger goes. 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. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
If you live in an older home near Church of St James, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. Trees in and around Wotton and Abinger Commons shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. For landlords with property near Gomshall station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Abinger is about 4 miles south-west of Dorking, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Abinger, we can survey the roof. Abinger is one of the places in Surrey we cover. For surveys nearby, see our Guildford page.
Surveys in RH5 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Raikes Lane, Sutton Lane and Abinger Lane. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Sutton Abinger (1 mile west), Abinger Hammer (1 mile north-west), Hoe (1 mile west), Gomshall (2 miles north-west) and Shere (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Guildford (8 miles west), Woking (10 miles north-west), Epsom (11 miles north-east), Horley (11 miles east), Redhill (11 miles east) and Ewell (12 miles north-east).
What’s near Abinger
Typical jobs here are in homes near Wotton and Abinger Commons, The Abinger Hatch Public House and Hurtwood House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Gomshall station, about 1.7 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Abinger Castle (under half a mile south-east) and Mesolithic Museum (under half a mile south). The countryside around Abinger includes Leith Hill and Combe Bottom.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Abinger
Buyers’ agents can book surveys on behalf of their clients. Reports are emailed, so they’re easy to pass on.
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, which helps when budgeting.
Questions from Abinger
Is Abinger within the area you cover?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and South East England, and smaller places are part of that. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Is Abinger in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Abinger is part of that. You can ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and a few details.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes, once access has been agreed. The roof of a block or converted house is often shared, so we need permission from the freeholder or managing agent. We inspect only the parts we are allowed to reach.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Abinger?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We will confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
How experienced are you?
We have more than 20 years’ experience and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We write an independent report, and you decide how to use it. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.