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Atherington Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm in Atherington, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Get in touch for a price.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Water coming in after the storm
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Storm damage roof report in Atherington: what you get
Storms tend to find the weak points on a roof. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Trees and branches can also hit roofs in a storm. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Where we also see signs of older wear, the report records that too. If you’ve noticed slipped or missing slates or tiles and loose or torn flashings, we can find out what’s behind it, on flashings, gutters and fascias and ridges and hips alike.
Many homes in small places like Atherington 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 record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
If any part of the roof couldn’t be seen safely, we say so in the report. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t, and what we’d suggest next.
- Where
- Atherington (BN17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Honest limits
A survey is a proper look at the roof, but it cannot do everything. Its limits include:
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
- A decision on your insurance claim
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking. What a survey covers and does not.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
Landlord and commercial surveys in Atherington
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed in advance. Surveys run on weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, which helps when tenants work during the week.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To arrange surveys for several addresses, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email with the addresses.
How the survey changes by roof type
Flat roof coverings
On flat roofs, storms can lift edges and tear membranes. Damage is photographed and described.
Slate roofs
Slates often outlast the nails that hold them. We look at whether slipped slates suggest storm damage, older wear or both.
Questions from Atherington
Is Atherington within the area you cover?
Yes. Atherington is within the area we cover, which takes in towns, villages and rural addresses. We survey roofs across London and South East England. Let us know about access, parking and anything unusual about getting there when you book.
How do I find out if my home in Atherington is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Will you check the loft?
If it’s needed and safe to reach, yes. We look for staining, damp, daylight and signs of movement, as far as the space allows.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and testing aren’t part of what we do. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Atherington?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and tell us the address and what you need to know. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first, with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we will explain what’s needed.
What happens if roof problems are left?
It helps to get a record soon after the storm, while the damage is fresh. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. Around Atherington, older homes frequently have old roof timbers, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
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.
Why book with us
- CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID)
- A written report with photographs
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or two real surveys.
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Other services in Atherington
Common roof problems in Atherington
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. People typically call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
Things that often lead to a survey include:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Landlords with a home close to Littlehampton station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Before booking anyone
- Whether VAT is added on top
- What follow-up you get after the report
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- How they’ll see the roof: from ground level, the loft, the roof or by drone
How it works
There is not much for you to do on the day. Show us any stains, drips or problem areas you know about, and we’ll take it from there. A typical survey takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a small place like Atherington, access is typically the main thing to plan. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You let us know what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from ground level, windows and the roof where it’s safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photos.
Before we arrive
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
Booking a survey
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, call 07833 053749 or email us.
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Atherington roofs and the weather
The coast is about 1 mile or less from Atherington, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Driving rain off the sea can be pushed into gaps that stay dry in calmer weather. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
For an older house near a landmark such as Bailiffscourt Chapel, leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Mary's CofE Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back.
Atherington is about 2 miles west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Atherington, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Our area takes in places right across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in BN17 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in Climping (1 mile north), Horsemere Green (1 mile north-west), Ford (2 miles north), Wick (2 miles north-east) and Littlehampton (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (10 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (14 miles east) and Lancing (11 miles east).
Landmarks near Atherington
Around Atherington, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Littlehampton Academy and The Black Horse Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Littlehampton station, about 1.5 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Lyminster Siege Castle (3.8 miles north-east) and Rustington Museum (3.3 miles east). Not far away are WWT Arundel.