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Storm damage roof report in Crockerhill, West Sussex
We carry out storm damage roof reports in Crockerhill and the rest of West Sussex. Surveys run on weekdays and at weekends.
- Loose or torn flashings
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Flat roof edges peeled back
What we are asked to look at in Crockerhill
A storm often finds a roof’s existing weak spots. 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 often asked to look at:
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Damaged ridges and hips
- Damaged pots on the stack
- Broken or displaced guttering
For landlords with property near Barnham station, finding the cause of a leak fast keeps a tenant’s home dry and the work focused.
What to check before booking
- Whether the inside of the roof is included
- Whether they hold professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- What happens after the report arrives
How a storm damage roof report works in Crockerhill
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. 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. We’re often asked to look into broken or displaced guttering and flashings pulled away from walls or stacks, on flat roofs, gutters and fascias and flashings.
Many homes in small places like Crockerhill 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 written record also helps if you need to explain it to anyone else.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly.
- Location
- Crockerhill (PO18)
- Wider area
- West Sussex
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Storm damage roof reports in Crockerhill: local notes
Older houses across Sussex often have handmade clay tiles, and many have tile-hanging on their upper walls. Horsham stone slab roofs survive on some old Sussex buildings. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. The wider area around Crockerhill has a long history of building, with Goodwood House about 2.6 miles north-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 the council can say whether a home is in a conservation area.
For site and facilities teams at buildings such as Tangmere Primary Academy, a leak through a large roof is frequently found some distance from where the water shows inside. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Crockerhill is about 4 miles east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Crockerhill is one of many places we visit across West Sussex, for homes and businesses alike. We cover towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Portsmouth.
All of PO18 is within our area for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. If you’re just outside Crockerhill, we cover East Hampnett (1 mile south-west), Norton (1 mile south-east), Aldingbourne (1 mile south), Nyton (1 mile south-east) and Westergate (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (13 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south), Chichester (4 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (7 miles south-east) and Emsworth (11 miles west).
Landmarks near Crockerhill
We work in homes and buildings around Ormiston Six Villages Academy and The Winterton Arms Public House. Crockerhill’s nearest station is Barnham station, about 2.7 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Tote Copse Castle (1.4 miles south) and Chichester Centre (3.7 miles west). The countryside around Crockerhill includes Levin Down.
Checking the roof from ground level
What you cannot do safely is get up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way, and a fall can be serious. That part is for a survey.
A lot can be seen from ground level. With binoculars, look for slipped or missing slates and tiles, gaps along the ridge and leaning chimneys. Please do not climb up for a closer look.
How it works
The visit has one job: to see as much of the roof as can safely be seen and record it clearly. Notes and photos go into the written report. It normally takes roughly 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. In a hamlet or village like Crockerhill, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions are welcome. After that, the survey runs as it would anywhere.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- Inside, we look for signs of water in the loft and rooms below.
- The roof is inspected from the ground, windows and the roof where it is safe.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- You receive the written report with photographs.
Before the survey
- Dig out any old roof reports or invoices
- Leave side gates unlocked
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
Book a survey
Surveys can be booked for weekdays, Saturdays or Sundays. To find a date that works for you, call 07833 053749 or email us with the address and the days you’d prefer.
Advice
Leave it or get it looked at?
With an independent report, you have something specific to show your insurer. It records the damage and what seems to have caused it, so you’re not relying only on your own photos. Where a roof is exposed, as many are in small places like Crockerhill, driving rain gets into any weakness, and older walls, once damp, take a long time to dry.
Larger roofs, taller buildings and commercial roofs take longer, so they’re priced to match. You will know the figure before booking.
Why us?
- Two decades and more of roof surveys
- Independent findings on the roof’s condition
- Satisfaction rate of 98%
- A written report with photographs
Tips from our surveys
From years of surveys, a few habits stand out:
- Tell your insurer about the damage promptly
- Note the date and time you first saw the damage
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Keep any slates, tiles or debris that fall, if it’s safe to do so
After the visit, we write up the report with photographs of each area of damage. It sets out what is damaged, the likely cause and any signs of older wear. Turnaround is within 48 hours for Basic, 24 to 48 hours for Standard and the same day for Premium.
After a storm, look at the roof from the street or garden. Binoculars help you spot slipped slates or lifted ridges. Don’t go up a ladder to look.
Landlord and commercial surveys in Crockerhill
Roof problems in a rented home affect tenants as well as the building. A survey shows what needs attention, so you can plan the work with less disruption.
If you own several properties, you can book surveys for several addresses. To discuss a number of properties, phone 07833 053749 or email us.
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Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Crockerhill
Is my home in Crockerhill listed or in a conservation area?
You can check whether a building is listed on Historic England’s list, and your council can tell you if it’s in a conservation area. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material.
Is Crockerhill within the area you cover?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Do you look in the loft space?
Usually, if there is one and it can be reached safely. From inside, the underside of the roof often shows damp, staining or daylight that can’t be seen from outside.
Will my insurer pay for an old roof?
Wear and tear is typically excluded from home insurance. Our report records storm damage and any older wear we see, so you know what the roof shows. Your insurer decides how its policy applies.
Is it the same as a RICS Level 2 or Level 3 survey?
No. Our survey looks at the roof, not the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you will need a RICS survey as well.
What do I do if water is coming in?
Call a roofer for emergency temporary protection. If it’s safe, photograph the damage before it’s covered. Keep receipts in case your insurer asks for them.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We can flag materials that might contain asbestos, but confirming it is a job for a specialist asbestos surveyor. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.