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Storm Damage Roof Report in Alfold Bars
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Alfold Bars, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Water coming in after the storm
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
Alfold Bars roofs and the weather
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. 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 your home is older, it’s worth knowing whether it’s listed or in a conservation area before planning roof work. Listed building consent covers changes to a listed building’s special interest, and an Article 4 direction can bring extra controls in a conservation area.
Anyone responsible for a site like Loxwood Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of St Nicholas, old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in.
Alfold Bars is about 9 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Alfold Bars and the rest of West Sussex. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, large and small. Guildford is in our area too.
Here we cover the RH14 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Pigbush Lane and Oakhurst Lane and the roads around them. Nearby, we also carry out storm damage roof reports in Alfold (1 mile north), Loxwood (1 mile south), Ifold (2 miles south-west), Plaistow (2 miles south-west) and Durfold Wood (3 miles west). Larger places within reach include Crawley (14 miles east), Horsham (9 miles east), Broadfield (14 miles east), Storrington (12 miles south), Billingshurst (6 miles south-east) and Bewbush (13 miles east).
Near you in Alfold Bars
In Alfold Bars, that means homes and buildings near The Crown pub and Fir Tree Copse, among other places. Green spaces nearby include Shillinglee Lake.
About our storm damage roof report in Alfold Bars
The Financial Ombudsman looks at three things when it considers a storm damage complaint: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. We survey gutters and fascias, chimney stacks and flashings, and the problems we’re asked to look at most are broken or displaced guttering and slates and tiles blown off the roof.
In a village or hamlet like Alfold Bars, older cottages and farmhouses often have roofs that have been patched over many years. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We check what can safely be seen and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Location
- Alfold Bars (RH14)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Cover
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Alfold Bars
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Alfold Bars. To discuss a property or a block, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Landlords and letting agents in Alfold Bars book surveys as well as homeowners. A photo-illustrated written report gives you a clear record of the roof, useful for planning maintenance.
When to book a survey in Alfold Bars
When you claim, your insurer may ask for evidence of the damage and its cause. An independent report gives you a clear record to send. Your insurer still makes the decision.
We’re frequently asked to look at:
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Loose or torn flashings
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Flat roof edges peeled back
Trees in and around Fir Tree Copse shed leaves that can end up in nearby gutters, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Questions to ask before booking
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
- Their insurance cover
- What’s outside the scope of the survey
- When you will get the report
How we price storm damage roof reports
Not every roof costs the same to survey, and it comes down to:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The size of the roof
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. The price is always agreed first.
Getting in touch
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from ground level or a window
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You will know the price before anything is booked.
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. Any damage is recorded with photos.
How it works
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. After that, we look at everything we can see safely. The survey usually takes about 1–2 hours at most homes; commercial roofs usually need 3–4 hours. Older rural homes like those around Alfold Bars can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- We look at the roof from wherever it’s safe.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Tell us where we can park nearby
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. Otherwise, simply ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form whenever suits you.
Advice
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Why it is worth a survey now in Alfold Bars
A clear, independent record helps you explain the damage to your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, alongside any photos you took yourself. In a place like Alfold Bars, a barn or garage roof left to fail puts whatever is inside at risk. A quick look before winter can save a lot.
One thing that affects the price is the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all including VAT. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Alfold Bars
- Every finding written up with photos
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Over 20 years’ experience
Read how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
FAQs for Alfold Bars
Do you carry out roof surveys in Alfold Bars?
Yes. We survey roofs across London and South East England, and Alfold Bars is part of that. Just call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us about the property, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is Alfold Bars within the area you cover?
Yes, Alfold Bars is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Bigger roofs are quoted on size and access. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Do you carry out surveys on Saturdays and Sundays?
Surveys run seven days a week. To find a day that suits you, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs, and 98% of customers are satisfied.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Where it helps and it is safe, yes. Flights depend on the weather on the day and airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.