West Sussex · London and the South East
Ardingly Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Ardingly, backed by more than 20 years’ experience. Every survey ends with a written report and photographs.
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
Storm damage roof reports for homes and businesses in Ardingly
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from ground level or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. We then record the damage in a report you can pass to your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. Typical surveys look at stains appearing after strong winds and slipped or missing slates or tiles, on slate and tile slopes, flashings and gutters and fascias.
Many homes in small places like Ardingly face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, which makes finding the cause quickly worthwhile. A written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photo. It records what’s sound as well as what is not.
- Place
- Ardingly (RH17)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Can I check my roof myself?
What you can’t do safely is get up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and falls from height are serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Look up at the roof after a storm, from the ground: broken slates or tiles in the garden, gaps along the ridge or loose lead are signs to note. Do not go up yourself.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
Pots, cowls and aerials on chimneys can be damaged or dislodged in a storm. The report notes any damage to the stack.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge tiles bedded in old mortar can loosen in high winds. We note whether the mortar looks recently broken or long worn.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Ardingly
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, including offices, shops and units. Larger roofs take longer, so they’re priced to suit.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.
What we do, step by step
Expect us to ask a few questions before we start, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, or half a day or so for a commercial building. Older roofs in small places like Ardingly can have low, tight loft spaces, so it’s useful to know whether there’s a loft hatch and how easy it is to reach. We only go where it’s safe.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Let us know where we can park nearby
Booking a survey
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 drop us an email whenever suits you.
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Questions from Ardingly
How do I find out if my home in Ardingly is listed?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Ardingly in the area you cover?
Yes. Our area covers London and the South East, and Ardingly is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The report is sent afterwards by email.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
What does a storm damage report cost?
Our reports start from £150. Commercial and larger roofs are quoted on size. Repair costs aren’t part of the report.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Whether we can fly on the day depends on the weather and the airspace rules, and we check for restrictions near airports before flying. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID.
Do you need to get into the loft?
If it is needed and safe to reach, yes. Inside, we look for damp, staining, gaps and sagging.
Storm damage roof reports in Ardingly: local notes
With Priest House about 2.2 miles north-east, Ardingly sits in an area with a long building history. On older houses around here, roofs often carry the marks of earlier repairs, from replaced slates to new lead, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. 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 own a rental within reach of Balcombe station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Peter's CofE Primary School, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you live in an older home near St Peter's Church, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Ardingly is about 3 miles north of Haywards Heath, in West Sussex. We cover Ardingly and the rest of West Sussex. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, large and small. You can also see our page for Crawley.
Surveys in RH17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets like High Street, Munnion Road and Price Way, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Ardingly: Little London (1 mile north), Highbrook (1 mile north-east), Lindfield (2 miles south), Horsted Keynes (2 miles east) and West Hoathly (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (6 miles north-west), Horsham (10 miles west), Haywards Heath (3 miles south), Burgess Hill (7 miles south), East Grinstead (6 miles north-east) and Broadfield (6 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Ardingly
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Ardingly Inn. Ardingly’s nearest station is Balcombe station, roughly 2.5 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Waterbury Castle (2 miles east) and Princess Royal Hospital (3.9 miles south). For a walk, there’s Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
What affects the price in Ardingly
To price your survey, we look at:
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The size of the roof
- How tall the building is and how easy the roof is to see
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
Every price we give includes VAT, and the report is not charged as an extra. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. Size, height and access decide where your roof falls.
What we need to know
These details help when you contact us:
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- How the loft is reached, if there is one
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
We confirm the price for your roof before you book, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Honest limits
Before booking, it’s worth knowing what a survey will not do:
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Repair costs or quotes for the work
If in doubt, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What a survey covers and does not.
Roofs we survey in Ardingly
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes