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Storm damage roof report in Climping, West Sussex
We take a careful look at the roof at your property in Climping, and put it all in a photo-illustrated written report.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Flashings pulled away from walls or stacks
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Storm damage roof report in Climping: what you get
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Photograph the damage from the ground or a window, and never climb up. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Hold on to receipts for anything you pay for. If you’ve noticed loose or broken chimney pots and cowls and damaged gutters and fascias, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on chimney stacks, slate and tile slopes and flashings alike.
Somewhere as small as Climping, older roofs have often been repaired many times. A new leak may be fresh damage or the latest sign of long-term wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Damp in old walls and timbers is slow to dry, so the sooner the cause is found the better.
Every survey ends with a written report, with photographs, emailed to you. It sets out the condition of the roof, any defects and our written recommendations.
- Where
- Climping (BN17)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Landlords, agents and block managers in Climping
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too, from shops and offices to industrial units. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client, photos included.
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What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
We confirm the exact price before booking. This is what makes a difference:
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Whether it is a home or a commercial building
- The roof’s overall size
- Whether thermal imaging or a drone is needed
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You’ll know the price for your survey before booking.
Getting in touch
When you call or email, these details help:
- What made you get in touch
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
We confirm the price for your survey before you book, so you know where you stand. Prices start from £150, including VAT. To book, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
How the survey changes by roof type
Lead flashings
Flashings with older defects often fail in high winds. Our report separates fresh damage from older wear where we can.
Ridge and hip tiles
The ridge and hips are among the most exposed parts of a roof. The survey notes loose, cracked or missing ridge and hip tiles.
Tips that help
Some practical points come up on survey after survey. They apply to most roofs:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Write down when the storm hit and when you noticed damage
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
- Don’t go onto the roof to take pictures
You will need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Keep gutters and outlets clear so heavy rain can drain away. Blocked drainage can add water damage to wind damage.
FAQs for Climping
Do you cover smaller places like Climping?
Yes, Climping is on our map. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
How do I find out if my home in Climping is listed?
Start with Historic England’s list for listing and your council for conservation areas. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it’s worth checking before planning any.
How experienced are you?
Over 5,000 surveys so far, across 20+ years of surveying roofs.
Do you test for 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.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Stay off the roof. Photograph the damage from below or from a window. Record the date and any damage inside as well.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in if we’re looking inside or in the loft. We will talk about access as you book.
Do you survey roofs on blocks of flats?
Yes. A shared roof needs access agreed first. Tell us about it as you book and we’ll explain what’s needed.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
A DIY look is useful, but it is not a survey. From ground level, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight.
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. Leave anything above ground level to a survey.
What happens on the day
Time on site depends on the size and shape of the roof; as a rough guide, the survey takes roughly 1–2 hours at most homes, and more on a big or complicated roof. You are welcome to ask questions while we’re there. Cottages and farmhouses around Climping often have roofs at several levels, with lean-tos and outbuildings attached. We work round each section in turn, from the safest viewpoints.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- We send you the report by email for your insurer.
Before the survey
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- Point out any leaks or damp patches
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
Book a survey
If you’re buying, it helps to book soon after your offer is accepted, so there is time to use the report before exchange. Otherwise, simply call 07833 053749 or email us whenever suits you.
Related advice
Storm damage roof reports in Climping: local notes
Climping is within about 1 mile of the coast, so there is more wind and more salt in the air than further inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can. Ecclesden Manor, about 4.7 miles east, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Climping. Older roofs in the wider area can hide decades of patch repairs, so the detail matters, and the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
If you own a rental within reach of Littlehampton station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Mary's CofE Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near The Parish Church of St Mary, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Climping is about 2 miles west of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We survey roofs in Climping and the surrounding area across London and South East England. Climping is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work for storm damage roof reports. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
Surveys in BN17 are booked the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Church Lane, Horsemere Green Lane and Crookthorn Lane, and we cover them all. Other places close to Climping include Horsemere Green (1 mile west), Atherington (1 mile south), Ford (1 mile north), Wick (1 mile north-east) and Tortington (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Worthing (8 miles east), Bognor Regis (5 miles west), Chichester (9 miles west), Selsey (11 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (13 miles east) and Lancing (11 miles east).
What’s near Climping
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Littlehampton Academy and The Black Horse Public House and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Littlehampton station, about 1.2 miles east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Arundel and District Hospital (3 miles north) and Rustington Museum (3 miles east). Not far away are WWT Arundel.