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Storm Damage Roof Report in Crossbush
Wondering about the roof at a property in Crossbush? You can book a storm damage roof report in Crossbush and across West Sussex.
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Gaps where slates or tiles have gone
- Lead lifted at abutments
When to book a survey in Crossbush
Landlords and building managers frequently need a written record after a storm. It helps when explaining damage to a building owner or insurer.
A survey makes sense if you’ve noticed:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Damage from fallen branches or debris
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
- Slipped or missing slates or tiles
If you look after a building such as The Littlehampton Academy, a leak through a large roof is often found some distance from where the water shows inside.
What to check before booking
- How they plan to inspect the roof safely
- Their report turnaround times
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- What the survey will not cover
Storm damage roof report in Crossbush: what you get
After a storm, it’s useful to have a clear record of what happened to your roof. Our report shows the damage in photos and says whether it looks like storm damage, wear and tear, or a mix. We aren’t loss adjusters, and we can’t say whether a claim will be paid. What you get is an independent view of the roof’s condition. We are frequently asked to look into stains appearing after strong winds and lead lifted at abutments, across flashings, chimney stacks and slate and tile slopes.
Somewhere as small as Crossbush, older roofs have frequently been repaired many times. That makes it hard to tell new damage from old wear, and the difference matters, particularly to an insurer. The report says what was seen and what it points to. Older walls and timbers hold water for a long time, so it’s worth finding the cause soon.
The report works through the roof section by section, from the main slopes down to the gutters and outlets, each with a short note and a photograph. You’ll see the good as well as the bad.
- Place
- Crossbush (BN18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Prices
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Updated
- 27 October 2026
How the survey works
We photograph the roof as we go, so the report shows exactly what we saw. Close-ups come from the safest viewpoint available, including by drone where it is applicable and the weather allows. A typical visit takes between one and two hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. Older rural homes like those around Crossbush can have a main roof, lower lean-to roofs and outbuildings all joined together. Each part is looked at from wherever it can safely be seen, and anything we can’t see is noted.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Leave side gates unlocked
- For a flat or shared roof, check access with the building owner or managing agent
Getting a price
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Crossbush, ring 07833 053749 or email us. The address, the type of property and what you want to find out help us price the survey accurately.
Advice
Questions from Crossbush
Is my home in Crossbush listed or in a conservation area?
Your council is the best source, with Historic England’s list for listed buildings. Both listing and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, and councils can also use Article 4 directions.
Is Crossbush within the area you cover?
We do. Villages and rural addresses get the same survey as a town house, with the route planned beforehand.
What do I do if water is coming in?
A roofer should handle temporary protection. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
How much is a storm damage roof report?
Prices start from £150, including VAT. Larger or more complex roofs are quoted for their size. Repair costs are not included, so ask a roofer to quote.
Is there a set wind speed for storm damage?
It varies by policy. About 55 mph is a common figure in many policies, but check your own wording.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes an hour or two at a typical home, while a commercial roof takes nearer three to four hours. You will then get the report by email.
What’s the best way to book?
Just ring 07833 053749 or email us with the address. After a few questions, we confirm the price and fix a day.
Why get it checked now?
Knowing whether older wear played a part helps you understand your position. We record storm damage and older defects, so there are no surprises later. Older cottages and farmhouses around Crossbush can have roof timbers that have been there a very long time, where water from a failed roof can cause rot if it is left.
We offer three survey packages: the Basic Survey from £150, the Standard Survey from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, with VAT included. The price for your roof depends on its size, access and what you want to find out.
What you get with us
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- 5,000+ roofs surveyed
- A written report with photos
- 98% of customers satisfied
Towns and villages near Crossbush
Other services in Crossbush
Rented homes, blocks and businesses
Any of our surveys can be booked by landlords, agents and building managers in Crossbush. For a price for a let property or a block, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in, at a time agreed ahead of time. We survey on weekdays and at weekends, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Different roofs, different checks
Clay and concrete tiles
Tiles without fixings can move more easily in wind. We note what we can see of how tiles are fixed.
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.
Practical tips
Here are a few things we’d tell any owner:
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- File receipts for anything you pay for
If a claim is declined and you disagree, the first step is a complaint to the insurer. If that doesn’t resolve it, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to help.
Have overhanging branches looked at by a tree surgeon. They can damage the roof in high winds.
Crossbush roofs and the weather
The coast is about 3 miles or less from Crossbush, where sea air brings more salt and stronger wind than inland. Strong wind lifts anything already loose, and driving rain gets in wherever it can, while salt slowly corrodes metal fixings and flashings. Historic houses such as Ecclesden Manor, about 3 miles east, show how far back building in the area around Crossbush goes. If your house is among the older ones, expect a mix of original materials and later repairs on the roof, and a listed home or one in a conservation area may need consent for changes of material.
If you own a rental within reach of Arundel station, a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer right away. If you live in an older home near The Parish Church of St Mary Magdalen, lead flashings, valleys and old chimneys are typical places for water to get in.
Crossbush is about 2 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. From houses to flats and shops in Crossbush, we can survey the roof on a weekday or at the weekend. Crossbush is one of the towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. Brighton is in our area too.
We cover every part of BN18 for storm damage roof reports. Close by, we survey roofs in Warningcamp (1 mile north-east), Poling (1 mile south-east), Lyminster (1 mile south-west), Arundel (1 mile north-west) and Toddington (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Worthing (6 miles east), Bognor Regis (8 miles south-west), Chichester (11 miles west), Selsey (13 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (12 miles east) and Lancing (9 miles east).
Local landmarks in Crossbush
The nearest railway station is Arundel station, roughly 0.5 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Lyminster Siege Castle (0.5 miles north) and Rustington Museum (2.8 miles south-east). The countryside around Crossbush includes WWT Arundel and Highdown Hill.