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Storm damage roof report in Ashurst Wood, West Sussex
Find out what’s going on with the roof before you spend money on it. Storm damage roof reports in Ashurst Wood, with photographs and a clear written report.
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
How the survey changes by roof type
Chimney stacks
Older stacks with worn pointing or cracked flaunching are more likely to suffer. Our report notes recent damage and older defects.
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. We record any damage and where it is.
About our storm damage roof report in Ashurst Wood
Our storm damage report gives you an independent, written record of how a storm has affected your roof. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We’re not loss adjusters, and we cannot tell you whether a claim will succeed. If you are worried about ridge tiles that have come loose and damaged gutters and fascias, we can find out what’s behind it.
Roofs in small places like Ashurst Wood often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. Once water gets into older walls, it takes a long time to dry, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
With the Standard Survey, you also get moisture detection, a structural check and a follow-up consultation. The Premium Survey goes further, with thermal imaging, drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and an in-person consultation.
- Where
- Ashurst Wood (RH19)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is typically better. For an older or listed building in a place like Ashurst Wood, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it’s urgent leaves less time to plan.
There are three survey packages: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 and Premium from £400, all inc. VAT. What your roof costs depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- Thermal imaging and drones used where they help
- Covered by professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Every finding written up with photos
What happens on the day
Safety comes first on every visit. We inspect everything that’s safely in view, and anything we cannot see is noted in the report. The survey normally takes an hour or two on an ordinary house, and about three to four hours for a commercial roof. In a hamlet or village like Ashurst Wood, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. 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 is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
Getting ready for the survey
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
Book a survey
Our price is from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on the roof’s size, access and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or drop us an email to find out.
Advice
FAQs for Ashurst Wood
Do you cover Ashurst Wood?
Yes, Ashurst Wood is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photographs, and visits run on weekdays and weekends.
Is my home in Ashurst Wood listed or in a conservation area?
We can’t confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case.
Is this a RICS survey?
No. We are experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Only from the ground or from windows. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below and we’ll inspect the rest from safe positions.
Do you act for me with my insurer?
No. We are not loss adjusters, and we don’t negotiate claims. We give you an independent report of the damage for you to send to your insurer.
How long does the survey take?
Time on site depends on the roof, but most surveys take between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The written report follows by email.
What if the roof was already worn?
Wear and tear is not typically covered. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Ashurst Wood
Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. Historic houses like Hammerwood Park, about 1.9 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Ashurst Wood goes. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For landlords with property near East Grinstead station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. For site and facilities teams at buildings like Ashurst Wood Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If your home is one of the older ones in the streets near St Dunstan, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Ashurst Wood is about 2 miles south-east of East Grinstead, in West Sussex. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Ashurst Wood for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Ashurst Wood is one of the places in West Sussex we cover. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
We survey roofs across RH19 for storm damage roof reports. That includes homes and businesses on Woods Hill Lane, Wray Close and Woods Hill Close and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include East Grinstead (2 miles north-west), Hammerwood (2 miles north-east), Saint Hill Green (2 miles west), Dormans Park (3 miles north-west) and Dormansland (4 miles north). Further out, we also cover Crawley (9 miles west), Horsham (15 miles west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south-west), Burgess Hill (13 miles south-west), Broadfield (10 miles west) and Bewbush (11 miles west).
Local landmarks in Ashurst Wood
Around Ashurst Wood, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Maypole Inn, Sackville School and Stoke Brunswick School and the streets around them. The closest station to Ashurst Wood is East Grinstead station, about 2.1 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are East Grinstead Museum (1.6 miles north-west) and Bolebroke Castle (3.5 miles east). The countryside around Ashurst Wood includes Hedgecourt Lake.
Towns and villages near Ashurst Wood
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Survey packages start from £150, including VAT. What you pay for your roof depends on:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Price depends partly on the package: from £150 for Basic, £250 for Standard and £400 for Premium, inc. VAT. The roof’s size, height and access matter as well.
Helping us price your survey
When you call or email, these details help:
- Anything about access we should know
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- The reason for the survey, such as buying, a leak or storm damage
- What kind of property and roof it is
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Ashurst Wood, call 07833 053749 or email us. Some details about the property and the roof help us give you an accurate price.
Honest limits
It is a careful look at the roof, not the whole story. The main limits are:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If you’re not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
Roofs we survey in Ashurst Wood
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
- Gutters and fascias
- Flashings
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Freeholders and residents’ companies use a roof report to plan and budget.