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Storm damage roof report in Abingworth, West Sussex
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Abingworth and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Storm damage roof report in Abingworth: what you get
A storm damage roof report is priced from £150. It is a written report with photos, sent by email. It does not price the repairs, so ask a roofer to quote for the work. The insurer may still send a loss adjuster of its own. What you get is an independent record of the damage and what seems to have caused it. If you’ve noticed broken or displaced guttering and new damp or leaks inside, we can find out what’s behind it, on gutters and fascias, flat roofs and slate and tile slopes alike.
For a small place like Abingworth, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Let us know where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, plus any earlier repairs. Photos of the stain and of the roof from outside are helpful too.
We write the report in plain English, so you do not need to be a roofer to follow it. Photographs show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Abingworth (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Useful tips for Abingworth property owners
A survey works best with a little help from you, before and after. Tips:
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. After that, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Keep records of roof work and surveys. They help show the roof was in good order before a storm.
Different roofs, different checks
Flat roof coverings
Branches and debris can damage flat roofs or block outlets. We record what we find.
Clay and concrete tiles
A missing tile lets rain reach the underlay. We photograph each gap.
When to book a survey in Abingworth
Landlords and building managers often need a written record after a storm. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- What insurance they carry
- Which limits apply to the survey
- What experience they bring
- Whether VAT is added on top
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FAQs for Abingworth
Is my home in Abingworth listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is Abingworth in the area you cover?
Yes, Abingworth is within the area we cover. We work right across London and South East England. Just phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know about the property.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
That is not something we can promise. The decision rests with your insurer and its policy. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
What if the roof was already worn?
Most policies don’t cover wear and tear. We note both storm damage and older defects, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
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, while outside access can be discussed when you book.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only if it’s safe. We inspect what can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows, from inside the loft space, from the roof where it’s safe and by drone where it applies. The report says if anything couldn’t be seen.
What happens on the day
A survey visit follows a simple order: we hear what you’ve seen, look at the roof from every safe viewpoint, take photographs as we go and make notes for the report. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Rural addresses near Abingworth can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the freeholder or managing agent
- Have any paperwork from past roof work to hand
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
Book a survey
When you’re ready to go ahead, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. We’ll suggest a package, agree the price and find a date.
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For landlords and managing agents
Letting agents often book on a landlord’s behalf, and the report can go to both. Access is agreed with the tenant beforehand.
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Abingworth. For a price for a let property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or email us.
Leave it or get it looked at?
Damage left open lets in more rain. That can add to the damage and make it harder to separate from the storm. Emergency temporary protection should be arranged with a roofer. For an older or listed building in a place like Abingworth, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
Why book us in Abingworth
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- An independent look at the roof
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- Prices that include VAT
Abingworth roofs and the weather
Historic houses like Parham House, about 3.1 miles south-west, show how far back building in the area around Abingworth goes. Older homes in the wider area often have features worth a closer look, like lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area. In Sussex, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, frequently with tile-hanging on the walls below. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you let a flat or house near Pulborough station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. If you look after a building like Thakeham Primary School, water through a big roof can travel a long way before it drips, so the search covers more than the obvious spot.
Abingworth is about 8 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Abingworth, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Across West Sussex, we cover Abingworth. We also survey roofs in Brighton.
Here we cover the RH20 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Abingworth Crescent, Chestnut Drive and Shelley Place, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Thakeham (1 mile north-east), Warminghurst (1 mile east), Heath Common (1 mile south-east), West Chiltington Common (1 mile west) and West Chiltington (1 mile north-west). Larger places within reach include Horsham (10 miles north-east), Worthing (8 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (10 miles south-west).
Near you in Abingworth
Around Abingworth, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Rydon Community College. The nearest railway station is Pulborough station, roughly 3.9 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (1.6 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve and Chanctonbury Hill.