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Storm damage roof report in Chilgrove, West Sussex
Storm damage roof reports in Chilgrove, with over 20 years’ experience behind it. Every survey ends with a written report and photos.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged gutters and fascias
- New damp or leaks inside
About our storm damage roof report in Chilgrove
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. We survey flat roofs, slate and tile slopes and chimney stacks, and common reasons people get in touch are lifted or missing ridge and hip tiles and loose or torn flashings.
Somewhere as small as Chilgrove, older roofs have often been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. We look at whatever is safely visible and set out what we find. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
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
- Chilgrove (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Chilgrove
West Dean House, about 1.6 miles south-east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Chilgrove. If your home is one of the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls are typical of older Sussex houses. A few old Sussex buildings still carry heavy Horsham stone slabs. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts.
Chilgrove is about 6 miles north of Chichester, in West Sussex. Surveys in Chilgrove work the same way as everywhere we cover: a close look at whatever is safely visible, photographs and a clear written report. Chilgrove is one of the places in West Sussex we cover for storm damage roof reports. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
Storm damage roof reports in PO18 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Close by, we survey roofs in East Marden (2 miles west), Didling (3 miles north), Elsted (4 miles north), Compton (4 miles west) and Ingrams Green (4 miles north). Further out, we also cover Bognor Regis (10 miles south-east), Chichester (6 miles south), Selsey (13 miles south), Littlehampton (14 miles south-east), Emsworth (7 miles south-west) and Rustington (15 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Chilgrove
A little further out are Chichester Centre (5.2 miles south) and Museum of Gardening (1.7 miles south-east). Open spaces near Chilgrove include Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve and Bow Hill.
Why get it checked now?
Your policy may say how quickly you need to report damage. Let your insurer know early, and check what your policy asks for. An independent report can follow. Outbuildings and barns around Chilgrove are easy to forget, but a failed roof there can spoil what’s stored inside. It is worth including them in a survey before a winter does the damage.
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package you pick makes a difference too. We’ll give you the figure before anything is booked.
Why us?
- Weekday and weekend surveys
- Over 20 years’ experience
- Clear package prices, inc. VAT
- 98% customer satisfaction
Take a look at our cost guide and two real surveys.
What this survey can’t tell you
Some things can’t be seen without opening up the roof, and that sets some limits:
- Estimates of repair costs
- Areas we can’t see safely
- The work of a loss adjuster appointed by your insurer
If in doubt, call 07833 053749 or email us and we’ll suggest the right survey. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Flashings
- Slate and tile slopes
- Gutters and fascias
- Flat roofs
- Ridges and hips
- Chimney stacks
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Chilgrove
Is Chilgrove within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one.
Is my home in Chilgrove listed or in a conservation area?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Do I have to be there for the survey?
Not always. An outside-only look can be arranged beforehand, but the loft and any rooms with damp need someone to let us in.
How do I book a survey in Chilgrove?
To arrange a survey, call 07833 053749 or email us and tell us the address and what you’d like to know. We’ll confirm the price and agree a day with you.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
Only your insurer can decide that. We record the damage, with photos and the likely cause, for you to give to your insurer.
How should I record storm damage myself?
Only from the ground or from windows. Do not use a ladder or go onto the roof. Binoculars can help you see damage from below, and we will record the rest.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. This is a survey of the roof only, and it isn’t a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey. It can sit alongside a RICS survey if you want both.
Signs you need a storm damage roof report in Chilgrove
Roofs that were already worn are more likely to suffer in a storm. Nail fatigue, eroded ridge mortar and tired flashings can all fail in high winds. Our report notes both the storm damage and any older wear.
We are frequently asked to look at:
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
- Damaged flat roof membrane
Whatever the street in Chilgrove, a roof costs least to look after when faults are caught early.
Before booking anyone
- Will they check the loft as well as the outside?
- How soon the report will arrive
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
For landlords and managing agents
Landlords, agents and building managers in Chilgrove and across West Sussex can book any of our surveys. To discuss a property or a block, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
Landlords and agents in Chilgrove book surveys as well as householders. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs.
DIY checks: what’s safe
It is useful to keep a record: dates of leaks, photos from ground level and any work done on the roof. Send it with your enquiry.
A lot can be seen from the ground. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or tiles, gaps along the ridge and a leaning stack. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
Nearby places to Chilgrove
What else we do in Chilgrove
How the survey works
You don’t need to do much 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 for a house, and more on a big or complicated roof. Somewhere as small as Chilgrove, access is often the only tricky part. Mention any outbuildings, barns or garages you want included, and anything about the roof you already know. Visits can be on weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays.
- You tell us what happened and whether a roofer has made the roof safe.
- We check inside, including the loft where there is access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Before the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Make sure pets are kept safely away
- Gather any invoices or paperwork from past roof work
Booking a survey
A quick phone call is normally the easiest start: phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form. The price is agreed before a date is set.