West Sussex · London and the South East
Copthorne Storm Damage Roof Report
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Copthorne, with findings in writing and pictures to back them up. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Stains appearing after strong winds
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
When to book a survey in Copthorne
Falling trees and branches can damage roofs in high winds. We record the damage and where it is, backed up with photos.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Slates and tiles blown off the roof
- Flat roof edges peeled back
If you let a flat or house near Gatwick Airport station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away.
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens after the report arrives
- What the report includes, and whether it has photographs
- Whether the loft is part of the inspection
- Their drone registration, if they fly one
About our storm damage roof report in Copthorne
A storm damage roof report is an independent record of the damage to your roof after a storm. We record each area of damage, photograph it and note the likely cause. You can then give it to your insurer with your claim. The decision on any claim rests with your insurer and its policy wording. We are not loss adjusters and cannot say whether a claim will be paid. We survey flashings, gutters and fascias and slate and tile slopes, and the problems we are asked to look at most are broken or displaced guttering and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks.
In a smaller place like Copthorne, some roofs face open ground, where driving rain gets into any gap at a ridge, verge or flashing. A leak that only appears in certain weather often points to an exposed detail. Let us know when it happens when you contact us. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
Most points in the report come with a picture, because a photo of a cracked flashing says more than a paragraph. Anything out of sight on the day is listed as such.
- Location
- Copthorne (RH10, RH6)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
Also near Copthorne
Also in Copthorne
For landlords and managing agents
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait, 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, photographs included.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
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.
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.
What happens on the day
The visit usually starts outside and finishes in the loft: outside views come first, then the roof space if there is safe access. In total, it takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. A visit to a smaller place like Copthorne is no different on the day: outside, inside and from any safe vantage point, in that order. It is useful to show us anything you’ve already noticed.
- First we go through when the storm hit and what you’ve noticed.
- We look at the roof from wherever it is safe.
- 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.
Getting ready for the survey
- If it isn’t your property yet, arrange access through the agent
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
Arrange a survey
Our phone lines are open seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. To book or ask a question, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
Related advice
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Copthorne
Is my home in Copthorne listed or in a conservation area?
The council and Historic England’s list are the places to check. It is worth checking before planning roof work, as both can affect what’s allowed.
Do you carry out roof surveys in Copthorne?
Yes, Copthorne is within the area we cover. Our area covers London and the South East. You can phone 07833 053749 or email us with the address and some details, and we will talk through which survey suits.
Is wear and tear covered by insurance?
Insurers usually 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 act for me with my insurer?
No. Our report is an independent record for you to use. Your insurer may appoint its own loss adjuster.
How experienced are you?
We’ve been surveying roofs for over 20 years and have carried out more than 5,000 surveys.
Who handles emergency protection after a storm?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it is safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Asbestos surveys and sampling aren’t something we do. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it.
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Copthorne
With Gravetye Manor about 4.5 miles south-east, Copthorne sits in an area with a long building history. If yours is one of the older homes, 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. Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Some old buildings in Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Knowing the roof type helps narrow down where water may be getting in.
If you live near a park like Worth Park Gardens, or anywhere with mature trees, autumn leaves can block gutters and valleys, so outlets and downpipes are worth watching. If yours is one of the older homes in the streets near St John's Church, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Copthorne is about 3 miles north-east of Crawley, in West Sussex. We carry out storm damage roof reports in Copthorne for houses, flats, blocks and commercial buildings, with a written report and photographs every time. Across West Sussex, we cover Copthorne and the places around it.
We cover every part of the RH10 and RH6 postcode area for storm damage roof reports and the streets around it. Whether your property is on Church Road, Brookside and Bridgelands or anywhere close by, we can survey it. Copthorne sits on or near the A264, so getting to you is simple. Neighbouring places we cover for storm damage roof reports include Shipley Bridge (1 mile north-west), Forge Wood (1 mile west), Tinsley Green (1 mile west), Burstow (1 mile north) and Keeper's Corner (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Crawley (3 miles south-west), Horsham (10 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (10 miles south), Burgess Hill (12 miles south), East Grinstead (5 miles east) and Broadfield (4 miles south-west).
Around Copthorne
In Copthorne, that means homes and buildings near Worth Park Gardens, The Cherry Tree pub and Hazelwick School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Gatwick Airport station, roughly 2 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Effingham Park Motor Museum (1.6 miles east) and County Mall (3 miles south-west). Not far away are Hedgecourt Lake.
Why get it checked now?
The sooner the damage is recorded, the clearer the evidence. Later weather and temporary repairs can make it harder to see what happened. Around Copthorne, a leak in an older house can soak into timbers and plaster, and that’s a much bigger job than the original defect.
All our prices include VAT. Our price is from £150, including VAT. You will know the price for your roof before you book.
Why choose Independent Roof Survey in Copthorne
- Packages from £150, including VAT
- 98% customer satisfaction
- An independent look at the roof
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See what a roof survey costs or what we found on two real jobs.
What affects the cost of storm damage roof reports
We confirm the price for your roof before you book. This is what makes a difference:
- The size of the roof
- Which survey package you book
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- The shape of the roof and its details
For a price for your roof in Copthorne, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and a few details. The price is agreed before a date is set.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Pictures from the garden or a window, if you have them
- What kind of property and roof it is
- Where the property is, with the postcode
- Anything about access we should know
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address and what you’d like to know about the roof. We will confirm the price before you book.