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Crowhurst Lane End Storm Damage Roof Report
Find out the condition of the roof at your property in Crowhurst Lane End from an independent roof surveyor. Visits run on weekdays and weekends, in the daytime.
- Roofs hit by falling trees
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Loose or torn flashings
Crowhurst Lane End roofs and the weather
In Surrey, older roofs are frequently handmade clay tile, with tile-hanging on many upper walls. Some old buildings in Surrey and Sussex have Horsham stone slab roofs. Different coverings let water in at different points, which shapes where the search starts. Historic houses like Titsey Place, about 4.6 miles north-east, show how far back building in the area around Crowhurst Lane End goes. Period homes nearby can have lead valleys, tall chimneys and a patchwork of past repairs.
Landlords with a home close to Godstone station may find that a clear finding on where water gets in helps you brief a roofer straight away. For site and facilities teams at buildings such as St Stephen's CofE Primary School, tracing a leak on a big roof starts with where the water appears and works back. Take an older house close to Church of St George: leaks on older roofs often start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Crowhurst Lane End is about 6 miles south-east of Caterham, in Surrey. Whether the building in Crowhurst Lane End is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Across Surrey, we cover Crowhurst Lane End. We also survey roofs in Crawley.
Every address in RH8 is covered for storm damage roof reports, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover Crowhurst (1 mile south-east), South Godstone (1 mile west), Tandridge (2 miles north), Merle Common (2 miles north-east) and Anglefield Corner (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Epsom (13 miles north-west), Horley (7 miles west), Redhill (6 miles west), Ewell (14 miles north-west), Reigate (8 miles west) and Caterham (6 miles north-west).
What’s near Crowhurst Lane End
The closest station to Crowhurst Lane End is Godstone station, roughly 1.1 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Bletchingley Castle (3.9 miles north-west) and Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Clinic (3.1 miles north). Not far away are Bay Pond and Botley Hill.
About our storm damage roof report in Crowhurst Lane End
Most policies do not cover wear and tear. That makes the difference between storm damage and old wear important. We note signs of each: fresh breaks and recently moved slates or tiles, and older problems such as corroded nails or worn mortar. We describe what we see, whichever way it points. Your insurer then decides how its policy applies. We survey slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and ridges and hips, and people most often book us about flat roof edges peeled back and loose or torn flashings.
Roofs in small places like Crowhurst Lane End often stand in the open, where storms hit ridges, verges and chimneys hardest. 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.
The report records the roof as we found it on the day. It is useful straight away, and a good reference for later, for instance when you want to check whether anything has changed.
- Where
- Crowhurst Lane End (RH8)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Report
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- Appointments
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Phone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
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Landlords, agents and block managers in Crowhurst Lane End
Letting agents can arrange access with tenants, at a time agreed beforehand. Surveys run seven days a week, which can make access easier.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with the freeholder or managing agent. Mention it when you contact us and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
What affects the price in Crowhurst Lane End
What a survey costs depends on the time and equipment it needs. The main factors are:
- Chimneys, valleys, parapets and other details
- If the survey needs thermal imaging or a drone
- Height and safe access
- How big the roof is
What a survey costs comes down to the roof itself: how big it is, how high it is, the number of separate roofs and how it can be reached and seen safely. Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT.
Helping us price your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Any stains, drips or damp patches you’ve seen indoors
- Photos of the roof, taken safely from the ground or a window
- The property’s address and postcode
Photos help, if you have them. Take them safely from ground level or a window. To get started, call 07833 053749 or send us an email.
What this survey can’t tell you
Without opening up the roof, some things stay hidden, so a survey has limits:
- What’s beneath slates, tiles or membranes
- A decision on your insurance claim
- Your insurer’s view of the claim
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and we will point you to the right survey before you book. What our survey covers.
What we look at
- Slate and tile slopes
- Flat roofs
- Chimney stacks
- Flashings
- Ridges and hips
- Gutters and fascias
Practical tips
Most of what helps is simple and safe from ground level. A few suggestions:
- File receipts for anything you pay for
- Get a roofer to make the roof safe if needed
- Record any water damage in rooms and the loft
- Check how your policy defines a storm
For repair costs, ask a roofer to quote. The report gives them a clear list of the damage.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Fix slipped slates, loose ridges and lifted flashings when you spot them.
Should I look at the roof myself first?
During heavy rain, look at the gutters from ground level or a window. Water spilling over the edge can be a sign of a blockage or a gutter that has dropped.
Inside, the loft is a good place to look, with care. Use a torch and stay on the joists or boards, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
How it works
It helps to start with what’s prompted the survey: a purchase, a leak, a storm, new work or simply peace of mind. It helps us focus on what matters most to you. Most visits take roughly 1–2 hours for most houses, and more on a big or complicated roof. In a hamlet or village like Crowhurst Lane End, a postcode does not always lead to the right gate, so a few directions, or a note of a nearby landmark, help us arrive on time. The visit itself is the same as anywhere else.
- 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.
- The report notes whether the damage fits a storm, older wear or both.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before the survey
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- For flats, check roof access has been agreed
- Tell us about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
Book a survey
Every survey is priced before it’s booked, so you know where you stand. Our price is from £150, including VAT. To book, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email.
Advice
Crowhurst Lane End: your questions answered
Do you cover smaller places like Crowhurst Lane End?
We do. A small place gets exactly the same survey as a big one, with the route planned beforehand.
Is my home in Crowhurst Lane End 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. If a home is listed, changes that affect its special interest need listed building consent, and in a conservation area re-roofing in different materials may need permission.
How many surveys have you done?
We’ve completed more than 5,000 surveys, over more than 20 years, with 98% customer satisfaction.
Do you use drones?
Where it is applicable and safe, yes. We’re a CAA-registered drone operator (Flyer ID and Operator ID), flying a sub-250g drone. It’s included in the Drone Roof Survey and, where applicable, the Premium Survey.
How do I arrange a storm damage roof report in Crowhurst Lane End?
To arrange a survey, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email with the address, the type of property and what’s prompted the survey. We’ll confirm the price and find a day that suits.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Raise it with your insurer first. The Financial Ombudsman Service may look at it if that doesn’t resolve it. The Ombudsman asks about storm conditions, whether the damage is consistent with a storm and whether the storm was the main cause.
Will you go up on the roof?
Not unless it is safe. Safe viewpoints, the roof space and a drone where it applies cover most of what’s needed.