Surrey · London and the South East
Storm damage roof report in Burgh Heath, Surrey
Storm damage roof reports around Burgh Heath, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Burgh Heath
Strong winds lift loose or poorly fixed slates and tiles, ridge pieces and flashings. Driving rain then gets in through the gaps. People typically call us after a storm, once they’ve noticed damage or a leak.
These are some of the problems a survey can pick up:
- Loose or torn flashings
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Damaged flat roof membrane
For businesses in and around places such as The Ashley Centre, finding where water is getting in quickly keeps disruption down.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- How long the report takes to arrive
- Whether any drone flown is registered with the CAA
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Which parts of the roof they’ll actually see
Storm damage roof report in Burgh Heath: what you get
The Financial Ombudsman asks three questions when it looks at storm complaints: were there storm conditions on or around the date, is the damage consistent with a storm, and was the storm the main cause. Our report focuses on the second and third points. You or your insurer can check the weather for the date. We survey flat roofs, flashings and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are torn or lifted flat roof coverings and gutters pulled loose in the wind.
For a small place like Burgh Heath, the inspection is the same as anywhere: we simply plan the journey and access ahead. Tell us where the water shows, when it appears and anything you’ve noticed outside, along with any repairs done before. If you have photos of the water coming in, they help as well.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. It is useful right away, and a good reference for later.
- Where
- Burgh Heath (KT20)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Towns and villages near Burgh Heath
Also in Burgh Heath
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Burgh Heath
With Fitznells Manor about 3.4 miles north-west, Burgh Heath 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. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. The covering and its details give the first clues when tracing where water is coming from.
Living close to Merland Rise Recreational Ground is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and an overflowing gutter soon means a wet wall. The streets around a church such as St Mary's are frequently among the oldest in a place, and if your home is one of the older ones nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself.
Burgh Heath is about 3 miles south-east of Epsom, in Surrey. Wherever you are in Burgh Heath, we can carry out storm damage roof reports at your property. Our Surrey coverage includes Burgh Heath. Our London page covers surveys nearby.
Storm damage roof reports in KT20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We offer storm damage roof reports to properties on Brighton Road, Heathdene and Can Hatch. Other places close to Burgh Heath include Great Burgh (1 mile west), Nork (1 mile north), Tattenham Corner (1 mile west), Epsom Downs (2 miles north-west) and Langley Vale (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Woking (15 miles west), Epsom (3 miles north-west), Horley (9 miles south), Redhill (5 miles south-east), Ewell (4 miles north-west) and Reigate (5 miles south).
Near you in Burgh Heath
We work in homes and buildings around Merland Rise Recreational Ground, The Beacon School and Kingswood Arms and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Kingswood station, about 1 mile south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Ashley Centre (2.8 miles north-west) and Walton on the Hill (2.3 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Colley Hill and Cuddington Meadows.
Can I check my roof myself?
Keep a simple record: when leaks happen, ground-level photos and any past roof work. Share it with us when you book, as it helps us focus the survey.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Never climb onto the roof to look.
Questions from Burgh Heath
Do you cover Burgh Heath?
Yes, Burgh Heath is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. Just ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property, and we’ll talk through which survey suits.
Does a conservation area affect roof work in Burgh Heath?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
My storm claim was turned down. What now?
Complain to your insurer first. If you are still unhappy, you may be able to take it to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Our report gives you an independent record of the roof, but we cannot say how it will turn out.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where applicable and safe. We fly a sub-250g drone and we’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID). Drone inspection is part of the Drone Roof Survey and the Premium Survey, where applicable.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Emergency cover over a damaged roof should be arranged with a roofer. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Insurers typically exclude wear and tear. Our report gives an honest view of what’s recent damage and what’s older wear. The claim decision is your insurer’s.
Do you need to get into the loft?
Where it is relevant to the survey and there’s safe access, yes. A clear path to the hatch helps, and if the loft cannot be reached safely, the report says so.
Tips from our surveys
Most of what helps is simple and safe from the ground. A few suggestions:
- Keep a note of the date of the storm
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Photograph the damage safely from below
- Keep invoices for temporary repairs
You will need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
What we do, step by step
We will ask a few questions first, about the roof’s history, any leaks and past repairs. The inspection then takes roughly 1–2 hours at a typical home, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. In a hamlet or village like Burgh Heath, a postcode doesn’t always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- First you give us the date of the storm and what you’ve noticed, inside and out.
- We inspect the roof from safe viewpoints and from the loft where there is access.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
- Check we can get to the back of the property
- Keep pets out of the way during the survey
Booking a survey
To get a price for storm damage roof reports in Burgh Heath, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. Some details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Read more
Prices for storm damage roof reports in Burgh Heath
Prices always include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- Which survey package you book
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- House, block, shop or office
Thermal imaging and drone inspection (where applicable) come with the Premium Survey, which starts from £400, with VAT included. We’ll tell you which package suits the questions you have.
What to let us know when you get in touch
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- When you need the report by
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- What made you get in touch
- Where any leaks, stains or damp patches show inside
We confirm the price for your survey before booking, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. For a price for your roof, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
What we look for on each type of roof
Chimney stacks
High winds can loosen pots, cowls and aerials on stacks. We record any damage we can see.
Ridge and hip tiles
Ridge and hip tiles take the full force of the wind. We record any that have lifted, cracked or come away.