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Blindley Heath Storm Damage Roof Report
Wondering about the roof at a property in Blindley Heath? We carry out storm damage roof reports in Blindley Heath and across Surrey.
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Roofs hit by falling trees
Storm damage roof reports in Blindley Heath: local notes
Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls are typical of Surrey’s older houses. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. Older buildings may be listed or sit in a conservation area. Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the council can say whether a street is in a conservation area. In either case, a change of roofing material may need consent.
Take an older house close to Church of St John the Evanglist: old mortar, worn lead and slipped slates are the usual suspects when water gets in. If you live near a park such as Lingfield Wildlife Area, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Blindley Heath is about 5 miles north of East Grinstead, in Surrey. From houses to flats and shops in Blindley Heath, the roof can be surveyed. Across Surrey, we cover Blindley Heath. For surveys nearby, see our Crawley page.
All of RH7 and RH9 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We cover properties on Eastbourne Road, St John's Meadow and Langsmead and the roads around them. Other places close to Blindley Heath include Whitewood (1 mile south-west), Horne (1 mile south-west), Lingfield Common (2 miles south-east), Lingfield (2 miles south-east) and Newchapel (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (5 miles west), Redhill (6 miles north-west), Ewell (14 miles north-west), Reigate (7 miles north-west) and Caterham (6 miles north).
Local landmarks in Blindley Heath
We work in homes and buildings around The Jolly Farmer pub and Lingfield Wildlife Area, among other places. The closest station to Blindley Heath is Godstone station, roughly 1.5 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Haxted Watermill Museum (3.6 miles east) and Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Clinic (4.8 miles north-east). Not far away are Bay Pond and Hedgecourt Lake.
Storm damage roof report in Blindley Heath
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. It sets out what is damaged, with photos, and what we think the likely cause is. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and cannot say whether a claim will be paid. We survey gutters and fascias, flashings and ridges and hips, and common reasons people get in touch are lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and loose or broken chimney pots and cowls.
Roofs in small places like Blindley Heath often stand in the open, 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.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later, for example when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Location
- Blindley Heath (RH7, RH9)
- Region
- Surrey
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Blindley Heath
Our packages start from £150, including VAT. The price for your roof depends on:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The size of the roof
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
For a price for your roof in Blindley Heath, ring 07833 053749 or use the contact form with the address and some details. We will confirm the figure before booking.
Getting in touch
There’s no need for technical words. Just let us know:
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Whether there is a loft hatch, a shared roof or tricky access
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any photos you have, taken from the ground or a window
Our phone lines are open seven days a week. To book or ask a question, call 07833 053749 or email us.
Questions from Blindley Heath
Do you cover Blindley Heath?
Yes, Blindley Heath is within the area we cover. We survey roofs across London and the South East. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
How do I find out if my home in Blindley Heath is listed?
We cannot confirm that for you, but Historic England’s list and your council can. A change of roofing material may need consent in either case, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Can I check the roof after a storm?
Only from the ground or from windows. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. With binoculars, you can see a lot from the ground and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. Photograph the damage first if you can do so safely. We can record the damage in our report.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Where it helps and the rules allow, yes. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Is this an asbestos survey?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling are not something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We look at the parts we are given access to.
What we can’t see
It helps to know what a survey will not do before you book:
- Negotiating a claim settlement
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- What your policy covers, which depends on its wording
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we will recommend the right survey. What our survey covers.
What this survey covers
- Chimney stacks
- Flat roofs
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
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How it works
You don’t need to do much on the day. Point out anything you’ve noticed, like stains, drips or loose pieces, and we will get on with the inspection. A typical survey takes between one and two hours for a house, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. For a village or hamlet like Blindley Heath, the journey is planned ahead of time: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. On the day, we inspect everything that’s safely in view, inside and out.
- You let us know when the storm was and what damage you’ve seen.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- We photograph and record every area of damage we can see.
- We check whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- The findings are written up with photos for you to share with your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Leave side gates unlocked
Arrange a survey
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The exact figure depends on the roof and the package, and you can call 07833 053749 or use the contact form to find out.
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What we look for on each type of roof
Clay and concrete tiles
Older tiles held only by nibs, without nails or clips, can lift more easily. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. We record any damage we can see.
Common roof problems in Blindley Heath
Gusts work at anything on a roof that’s loose or exposed. Rain can then blow in where slates or tiles have gone. People usually call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Water coming in after the storm
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
Landlords with a home close to Godstone station may find that finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
What to check before booking
- What experience they bring
- What happens after the report arrives
- What they will not be able to tell you
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
Can I check my roof myself?
After strong wind, take a look from the pavement or garden: pieces of tile or slate on the ground, a gap in the ridge or a lifted flashing are all worth noting. Don’t go up yourself.
Keep a simple record: dates of leaks, photos from the ground and any work done on the roof. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.