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Storm Damage Roof Report in Cootham
An independent record of roof damage after a storm across Cootham, using drones and thermal imaging where it applies. Call or email for a price.
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Damaged gutters and fascias
Wind, rain and roofs in Cootham
The wider area around Cootham has a long history of building, with Parham House about 1.1 miles west. Older homes in the wider area frequently have features worth a closer look, such as lead valleys, tall stacks and roofs that have been patched over the years, and any change of roofing material on a listed home needs checking with the council first. Many older homes in Sussex have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in.
If you live near a park such as Parham Park, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls. Anyone responsible for a site like Storrington Primary School will know that tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. If you own a rental within reach of Pulborough station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over.
Cootham is about 7 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Cootham, the roof can be surveyed. Across West Sussex, we cover Cootham. Our Brighton page covers surveys nearby.
We survey roofs across RH20 for storm damage roof reports. Local streets include Warren Croft, Pulborough Road and The Crescent, and we cover them all. Other places close to Cootham include Storrington (1 mile east), Wiggonholt (2 miles north-west), Sullington (2 miles south-east), West Chiltington Common (2 miles north) and Abingworth (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (12 miles north-east), Worthing (7 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles west), Burgess Hill (15 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south).
What’s near Cootham
In Cootham, that means homes and buildings near Rydon Community College, Parham Park and The Crown Inn, among other places. The closest station to Cootham is Pulborough station, roughly 3.3 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include The Storrington And District Museum (1 mile east) and Amberley Castle (3.2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.
Storm damage roof report in Cootham: what you get
High winds typically affect the parts of a roof that are already exposed or loose. Typical damage includes lost slates and tiles, lifted ridges, loose flashings and torn flat roof coverings. Falling branches can cause damage too. Our report records what has happened to your roof, with photos. Any older wear we can see is recorded as well. If you’re worried about slates and tiles blown off the roof and torn or lifted flat roof coverings, we can find out what’s behind it, on flashings, chimney stacks and ridges and hips alike.
Many homes in small places like Cootham 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 photos is useful if you need to show the damage to anyone else.
What you get is a clear record of the roof on the day we saw it. That makes it useful now and a handy reference later.
- Location
- Cootham (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Survey days
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
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DIY checks: what’s safe
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. Don’t go up yourself.
Your own check is a good start, but it isn’t a survey. From the ground, valleys, flashings and the backs of chimneys are often out of sight, and those are details a survey looks at closely.
Useful tips for Cootham property owners
A few practical points come up again and again on our surveys. They’re worth knowing whatever the roof:
- Hold on to fallen pieces of the roof where you can
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
You’ll need a roofer’s quote for the repairs. They can use our report to see what needs doing.
A well-maintained roof stands up to storms better. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
What we do, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you need to know. We then inspect everything that can be seen safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where applicable. The survey usually takes between one and two hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. Rural addresses near Cootham can be hard to find from a postcode alone, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- We record and photograph the damage.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Leave side gates unlocked
- If you are buying, check with the agent that we can get in
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To send them or to book, call 07833 053749 or use the contact form.
Advice
FAQs for Cootham
Will you come out to Cootham?
Yes, Cootham is covered. We survey roofs across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
Is my home in Cootham listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. Either can affect what roof work is allowed, so it is worth checking before planning any.
Can you inspect my roof with a drone?
Yes, where it’s applicable. We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID and fly a drone under 250g, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Start by complaining to the insurer. If it is not resolved, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help. The Ombudsman looks at whether there were storm conditions, whether the damage fits a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Do you look in the loft space?
Typically, if there’s one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof frequently shows damp, staining or daylight that cannot be seen from outside.
Can you survey a shared roof?
Yes, once whoever controls the roof agrees access. We check the parts we’re given access to, and the report makes that clear.
Are you loss adjusters?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. The insurer may send a loss adjuster of its own.
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
For blocks of flats, a roof survey helps managing agents and residents’ management companies plan ahead. Recommendations are set out by urgency where it matters, which helps when budgeting.
Surveys can also be booked by buyers’ agents acting for a client. The report is emailed, so it can go straight to your client.
Different roofs, different checks
Lead flashings
Flashings can lift or pull away from walls and chimneys in strong winds. Loose or damaged flashings are photographed and noted.
Flat roof coverings
Debris blown onto a flat roof can puncture the covering or block outlets. We record what we find.
Why it is worth a survey now in Cootham
Once the storm has passed, damage that looked minor can let water in for months. Getting it recorded and repaired sooner is typically better. For an older or listed building in a place like Cootham, repairs may need matching materials and consent, so leaving a defect until it is urgent leaves less time to plan.
Our price is from £150, including VAT. Packages run from Basic at £150 through Standard at £250 to Premium at £400, inc. VAT, and we can help you choose.
Why us?
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 98% customer satisfaction
- Surveys seven days a week
- A written report with photos
See our cost guide or our case studies.