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Dorking Storm Damage Roof Report
Storm damage roof reports in Dorking and the rest of Surrey. Surveys run on any day of the week.
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
- Cowls or aerials dislodged in the wind
- Gutters pulled loose in the wind
Storm damage roof report in Dorking: what you get
If your roof has been damaged, stay safe first. Take photos from the ground or from windows, and don’t climb onto the roof. If water is coming in, a roofer can put temporary protection in place. Our report records the damage so you have an independent record to give your insurer. Keep receipts for any emergency work. If you’ve noticed ridge tiles that have come loose and lead lifted at abutments, a survey will tell you what’s going on, on slate and tile slopes, flat roofs and flashings alike.
Around a town like Dorking, leaks come from older and newer roofs alike. On older roofs it’s often slates, mortar and lead that has split or lifted; later homes can leak at valleys, verges and flat roofs over extensions. Knowing the cause tells you what to do next. It also helps show whether the problem is long-standing wear or recent damage.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent, whichever applies.
- Location
- Dorking (RH4, RH5)
- Wider area
- Surrey
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- Emailed report with photos and recommendations
- When we survey
- Weekdays and weekends
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Why act early in Dorking
Damage left open lets in more rain. Further water damage can blur what the storm actually did. A roofer should deal with emergency protection quickly. Extensions and dormers on homes around Dorking frequently hide the first signs of trouble at their joints with the main roof. A few wet winters later, it can mean new plaster and decorating as well as roof work.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, with VAT included. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
What you get with us
- Drone and thermal imaging surveys available
- Packages from £150, with VAT included
- A sub-250g drone, flown with a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance
Take a look at our cost guide or what we found on two real jobs.
Tips from our surveys
There’s plenty you can do without going near the roof. Here’s what helps most:
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
The insurer might appoint a loss adjuster. Our report gives you an independent record alongside theirs.
Keep the roof in good order between storms. Have loose slates, tiles and flashings seen to promptly.
Common roof problems in Dorking
Landlords and managing agents book reports to keep a record for owners and insurers. The report can be shared with owners, tenants or insurers.
Problems we come across frequently include:
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Holes or cracks caused by debris
- Damaged flat roof membrane
- Lead lifted at abutments
If you live in an older home near Church of St Paul, water on an older roof tends to find its way in at the lead, the valleys or the chimney.
Questions to ask before you book
- Which viewpoints they use to see the roof
- Which limits apply to the survey
- Whether the price includes VAT
- Whether you get a written report with photos
What a storm damage roof report looks like in Dorking
Historic houses such as Polesden Lacey, about 2.7 miles north-west, show how far back building in the area around Dorking goes. If you own one of the older houses, 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. Many older homes in Surrey have handmade clay tiles and tile-hung upper walls. A few of Surrey’s oldest buildings have heavy Horsham stone slab roofs. Where water gets in depends a good deal on what the roof is made of and how it’s detailed.
If you let a flat or house near Dorking Deepdene station, a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. Living close to Deepdene Terrace is pleasant, but mature trees mean leaves in gutters and valleys each autumn, and blocked gutters overflow and soak walls.
Dorking is about 10 miles north-west of Crawley, in Surrey. Whether the building in Dorking is a house, a flat or a commercial unit, the roof can be surveyed on a weekday or at the weekend. Dorking is one of the towns and villages in Surrey where we work for storm damage roof reports. Our Crawley page covers surveys nearby.
Here we cover the RH4 and RH5 postcode area for storm damage roof reports. We cover properties on High Street, Station Road and London Road and the roads around them. You’ll find Dorking on the A24 and A25, which makes it straightforward to reach. We also cover Pixham (1 mile north-east), North Holmwood (1 mile south), Westhumble (2 miles north), Westcott (2 miles west) and Blackbrook (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Guildford (11 miles west), Woking (12 miles north-west), Epsom (8 miles north), Horley (8 miles south-east), Redhill (7 miles east) and Ewell (9 miles north).
Local landmarks in Dorking
In Dorking, that means homes and buildings near The Wheatsheaf Public House, The Ashcombe School and Deepdene Terrace. You will also find The Ashcombe School (0.6 miles north) and Pippbrook House (0.5 miles north). The nearest railway station is Dorking Deepdene station, roughly 0.6 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Mesolithic Museum (3.9 miles south-west) and Headley Court (4.8 miles north-east). The countryside around Dorking includes Reigate Heath and Box Hill.
Places near Dorking
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How the survey works
The aim of the visit is simple: to look at the roof as closely as is safe and record what we find. Notes and photos go into the written report. It typically takes about one to two hours for a house, or half a day or so for a commercial building. In Dorking, parking is rarely complicated, though it helps to know about driveways or restrictions. We check the roof from ground level and from windows, then from the loft where there’s safe access, and from the roof itself where it is safe.
- We note the date of the storm and the damage you’ve seen.
- The roof is inspected from safe positions.
- Each area of damage is photographed and described.
- We note the likely cause and any signs of older wear.
- You get a written report to pass to your insurer.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about any leaks, stains or damp patches you know of
- Move anything stored under the loft hatch
- Make a note of anything you’d like us to look at
How to book
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Dorking, call 07833 053749 or drop us an email. The address, the type of property and what you need to know help us give you an accurate price.
Related advice
Your questions about storm damage roof reports in Dorking
Is my home in Dorking listed or in a conservation area?
Historic England’s list shows listed buildings, and the local council can tell you about conservation areas. 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.
Do you cover Dorking?
Yes, Dorking is within the area we cover. We work right across London and the South East. Just phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email and let us know about the property.
Does this replace a RICS home survey?
No. We’re experienced roof surveyors, and our survey covers the roof rather than the whole building. If you need a full building survey, you’ll need a RICS survey as well.
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, weekday or weekend.
Can you put a tarpaulin over the damage?
Emergency temporary protection is a job for a roofer. If it’s safe, take photos before it goes on. We can record the damage in our report.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
We cannot say whether a claim will be paid. Insurers decide claims on their own policy wording. Our report gives you an independent record of the damage and its likely cause.
How long will you be at the property?
Most surveys take about 1–2 hours at a house, and longer if the damage is spread across a large roof. The report follows by email.
Surveys for landlords and agents in Dorking
Letting agents and landlords in Dorking book surveys as well as homeowners. The report gives you a dated record of the roof, with photographs, which helps you plan work between tenancies.
Where a roof is shared: access has to be agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we’ll plan the visit with that in mind.
What affects the price in Dorking
The price reflects the time and kit the roof needs. That comes down to:
- Basic, Standard or Premium
- Any need for thermal images or a drone flight
- The type of building, from a house to a block or an office
- Extensions, dormers and garages with roofs of their own
Storm damage roof report starts from £150, including VAT. The final price depends on the size and height of the roof, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
A little information up front helps. Please include:
- When you need the report by
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
- Anything about access we should know
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
You can call us seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. For a price or to book, phone 07833 053749 or email us.