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Storm damage roof report in Broadfield, West Sussex
An independent record of roof damage after a storm for Broadfield and the rest of West Sussex. We survey on weekdays and at weekends.
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
Storm damage roof report in Broadfield
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Check your own policy wording. We do not decide whether a storm met that test. We record the damage and what seems to have caused it. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. If you’re worried about flat roof edges peeled back and cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind, we can find out what’s behind it, on flat roofs, ridges and hips and chimney stacks alike.
Older cottages and houses around Broadfield may have roofs with little or no underlay. Without a sound underlay, any gap in the coverings lets water straight through. Finding where it gets in, and whether it’s old wear or new damage, decides what comes next. In the loft, damp battens or wet insulation are often the first clues.
The report is written in plain words, so you don’t need to be a roofer to follow it. Photos show what each point refers to, with the urgent items made clear.
- Location
- Broadfield (RH11, RH10)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
Some things cannot be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Acting for you with the insurer
- Damage hidden under coverings or inside the structure, without opening up
- A decision on your insurance claim
If you are not sure which survey you need, ring 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- Ridges and hips
- Flashings
- Flat roofs
- Gutters and fascias
- Slate and tile slopes
- Chimney stacks
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Broadfield
Are flat-roofed garages and porches in Broadfield worth including?
Yes, if you’d like it included, mention it as you book. On buildings from before 2000, cement sheet roofs may contain asbestos and should be checked by a specialist asbestos surveyor before anyone disturbs them.
Is my home in Broadfield listed or in a conservation area?
For listing, use Historic England’s list; for conservation areas, ask the council. It matters most if you are planning to re-roof in a different material.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Don’t use a ladder or go onto the roof. With binoculars, you can see a lot from ground level, and we will record the rest.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. Our report then records the roof.
Will my insurer pay out if I get a storm damage report?
We can’t say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it’s safe to do so. We look at everything that can be seen safely: from ground level, from windows and vantage points, from the loft space, from the roof itself where safe and by drone where applicable. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. We look at the roof, not the whole building, so it is not a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. Many buyers have both.
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What else we do in Broadfield
What we do, step by step
The visit normally starts outside and finishes in the loft: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. For a survey in Broadfield, we agree the time, the access and parking before the day. Weekday and weekend visits are both possible. If there are outbuildings or garages you want looked at, mention them.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- The roof is looked at from ground level, from windows and from the roof space where it’s safe.
- The damage is recorded with photos, area by area.
- We look at whether the damage fits storm damage, older wear or both.
- You get a written report you can pass to your insurer.
Getting ready for the survey
- Tell us about parking before the day
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- Note where any stains or damp appear
Arrange a survey
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or email us and let us know the address and what’s prompted the survey. You’ll know the price before anything is booked.
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Why act early in Broadfield
Many policies expect damage to be reported promptly. Check the wording and tell your insurer as soon as you can. Our report can then add a clear record. Around Broadfield, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, and that is a much bigger job than the original defect.
Price depends partly on the package: Basic from £150, Standard from £250 or Premium from £400, all with VAT included. Size, height and access can affect the price too.
Why book us in Broadfield
- Insured for professional indemnity and public liability
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- A written report with photos
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
Take a look at how roof surveys are priced or what we found on two real jobs.
Common roof problems in Broadfield
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. We record the damage and where it is, backed up with photos.
Most people get in touch when they’ve noticed one of these:
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Water coming in after the storm
- Loose or torn flashings
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
Take an older house close to Christ The Lord: water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Is there a chance to talk the report through?
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Are they insured for the work?
Storm damage roof reports in Broadfield: local notes
With Tyes Place about 4.4 miles south-east, Broadfield sits in an area with a long building history. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters. 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.
For landlords with property near Crawley station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. If you look after a building such as Seymour Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Broadfield is about 1 mile south-west of Crawley, in West Sussex. We visit Broadfield as part of our work across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. Broadfield is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex we cover.
Storm damage roof reports in RH11 and RH10 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets such as Terry Road, Hobbs Road and Clark Road. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Kilnwood Vale (2 miles west), Colgate (2 miles south-west), Faygate (2 miles west), Handcross (3 miles south) and Plummers Plain (4 miles south). Further out, we also cover Horsham (5 miles west), Haywards Heath (8 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (10 miles south), East Grinstead (9 miles east), Billingshurst (12 miles south-west) and Roffey (4 miles west).
Near you in Broadfield
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Cottesmore School, Target Hill Park and The New Moon pub, among other places. The closest station to Broadfield is Crawley station, about 1.4 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Crawley Hospital (1.5 miles north) and Crawley Museum (1.7 miles north-east). Not far away are Tilgate Lake.
What we look for on each type of roof
Ridge and hip tiles
A lifted ridge tile can let water into the roof. Each one is recorded with photos.
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects often fail in high winds. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- Building height and the viewpoints available
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The size of the roof
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, with VAT included.
Booking your survey
A few details help us recommend the right survey and price. When you contact us, let us know:
- Anything about access we should know
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
Once you know what you need, ring 07833 053749 or email us. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.