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Chelsham Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Chelsham, with drones and thermal imaging where they help. Call or email for a price.
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damaged flat roof membrane
What we do, step by step
We work from the outside in: first the slopes, edges and gutters from every safe viewpoint, then the roof space where it can be reached. All told, expect roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. Somewhere as small as Chelsham, access is often the only tricky part. Let us know about outbuildings, past repairs and any leaks you’ve noticed. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- We start with the details: when the storm hit and what damage you can see.
- We view the roof from wherever it can be seen safely, including the loft where there’s access.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause, including any signs of wear that were there before the storm.
- The findings are written up with photographs for you to share with your insurer.
Before the survey
- Clear the way to the loft hatch
- Keep pets inside or away from the areas we’re looking at
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and the days you’d prefer.
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About our storm damage roof report in Chelsham
When a storm has damaged your roof, a written record can help you explain it to your insurer. We photograph the damage, describe it and note whether it fits storm damage, older wear or both. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we cannot say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. If you’ve noticed slates and tiles blown off the roof and damage from fallen branches or debris, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Many homes in small places like Chelsham face open ground, so storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hard. Damp in old stone, brick or timber walls is slow to dry out, so it pays to find the cause quickly. A record with photographs is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
Findings are set out part by part, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets. It records what’s sound as well as what isn’t.
- Where
- Chelsham (CR6)
- Region
- Surrey
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Leave it or get it looked at?
If a roofer needs to make the roof safe, take photos first if you can do so safely from ground level. That keeps a record of how it looked. For older village homes like those around Chelsham, the right replacement materials aren’t always easy to find quickly. Spotting a problem early leaves room to find them.
Simple, low roofs take less time to survey than tall or complicated ones, and the package matters as well. The price is always agreed first.
Why us?
- Clear package prices, with VAT included
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- 98% of clients satisfied
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
See what a roof survey costs and what we found on two real jobs.
Practical tips
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Arrange temporary cover with a roofer if rain is getting in
- Check how your policy defines a storm
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. They can damage the roof in high winds.
FAQs for Chelsham
Is my home in Chelsham listed or in a conservation area?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. The answer matters most when a change of material is on the cards.
Will you come out to Chelsham?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house.
Will you fly a drone over my roof?
Yes, where it applies 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 it applies.
Does your report mean my claim will be accepted?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. What we provide is an independent record of the damage.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We don’t carry out asbestos surveys or testing. We flag materials that could contain asbestos, such as cement sheets or soffits on pre-2000 buildings and suggest a specialist asbestos surveyor checks them before any work.
Will you walk on the roof?
Only where it is safe to do so. We inspect whatever is safely visible: from the ground, from windows, from inside the roof space, from the roof where it is safe and by drone where it applies. Anything we cannot see is noted in the report.
Nearby places to Chelsham
What else we do in Chelsham
Checking the roof from the ground
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Roofs are fragile and slippery, and a fall can be serious. That’s where a survey comes in.
Fresh stains on ceilings or walls after rain are worth noting. Take a photo and write down when you saw it, as it helps a surveyor trace the cause.
How we price storm damage roof reports
Several things affect the price of a survey:
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- How big the roof is
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: its size, its height, how many sections it has and how safely it can be seen. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
If you can, have these to hand when you contact us:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What made you get in touch
- Your timetable, like an exchange date
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
Most bookings start with a short call: ring 07833 053749 or send us an email. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Common roof problems in Chelsham
Storms do not only affect pitched roofs. Coverings can tear or peel back at the edges, and water can pond where outlets are blocked. We record what we find on flat and pitched roofs alike.
It’s worth booking a survey if you’ve seen:
- Loose or torn flashings
- Lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
Living close to Ledgers Wood is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Before you book any roof surveyor
- Whether VAT is in the quoted price
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Whether you get a written report with photos
- Are they insured for the work?
Leaks and storm damage in Chelsham
Older houses across Surrey often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old buildings in Surrey. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed. The wider area around Chelsham has a long history of building, with Addington Palace about 3 miles north. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
The streets around a church like Church of St Mary the Virgin are often among the oldest in a place, and if your house is among the older ones nearby, the leak may come from a chimney, a valley or tired lead rather than the covering itself. If you look after a building like Warlingham Village Primary School, on a building that size, finding the source of a drip means looking well beyond the stain.
Chelsham is about 3 miles north-east of Caterham, in Surrey. Chelsham is one of many places we visit across Surrey, for houses, flats and commercial buildings. Chelsham is one of the places in Surrey where we work. London is in our area too.
All of CR6 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on Chelsham Common and Chelsham Road or a nearby road, we can help. If you’re just outside Chelsham, we cover Farleigh (1 mile north), Warlingham (1 mile west), Hamsey Green (1 mile west), Fickleshole (1 mile north-east) and New Addington (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns like Epsom (10 miles west), Horley (11 miles south-west), Redhill (8 miles south-west), Ewell (10 miles west), Reigate (9 miles south-west) and Caterham (3 miles south-west).
Around Chelsham
Around Chelsham, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Warlingham School, Ledgers Wood and Hare & Hounds pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Woldingham station, roughly 1.9 miles south-west. Nearby you will also find Warlingham Park Hospital (under half a mile north) and East Surrey Museum (3 miles south-west). The countryside around Chelsham includes Hutchinson's Bank and Nore Hill.